Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
My Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are made with juicy marinated chicken brushed with a bold, creamy garlicky aioli. They are easy to make in the oven, grill, or air fryer for a delicious summer dinner idea!
Servings 10 skewers
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts ~2-3 breasts. If it's a little over 2 lbs. it's totally fine!
- 1 tsp. paprika regular or smoked
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil
- adjust any of these seasonings based on your preference, adding more as desired. Honestly, I usually just measure with my heart! ❤️
Garlic Parmesan Aioli
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3-4 cloves garlic grated using a microplane
- 3 Tbsp. freshly grated parmesan cheese plus more for garnishing
- 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1-2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp. fresh parlsey minced, plus more for garnishing
- salt and pepper, to taste
- pinch chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the skewers: if using wooden skewers, soak them in room temperature or warm water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. Or, use metal skewers.
- Cut the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into 1½ to 2-inch cubes.2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Season the chicken: add the chicken to a bowl with the seasonings and olive oil. Toss to combine so chicken is coated evenly. Allow to marinate for ~15 minutes at room temperature.1 tsp. paprika, 1 tsp. onion powder, 1 tsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. salt, freshly cracked black pepper, 1 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil
- Make the aioli: meanwhile, whisk together the ingredients for the aioli in a mixing bowl. Taste and adjust the lemon or garlic based on preference. Cover and chill in the fridge until ready to use.3/4 cup mayonnaise, 3-4 cloves garlic, 3 Tbsp. freshly grated parmesan cheese, 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard, 1-2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 Tbsp. fresh parlsey, salt and pepper, to taste, pinch chili flakes (optional)
- Thread chicken: thread chicken pieces on the skewers. ~6-8 pieces per skewer.
- Cook: Air fryer method: Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes, flip and cook for another 5-10 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). If needed, preheat your air-fryer based on your air fryer instructions. Based on the size of your skewers, you may need to trim the skewers to make them fit, and you’ll mostly likely need to work in batches. Oven: Place skewers on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 450°F for 12 minutes, flip and cook for another 5 minutes or until cooked through. (165°F internal temperature).Grill: grill the skewers over medium-high heat for ~6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through. (165°F internal temperature).
- For all methods: once chicken is cooked, brush with the aioli all over, and garnish with more parmesan, parsley, and chili flakes.
- Serve: serve right away with your favorite sides (rice, orzo, salad, grilled veggies, etc.) and enjoy!!
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Notes
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- No skewers, no problem: I often just toss the marinated chicken cubes in the air fryer and toss or dunk in the aioli afterwards. So simple, so good!