How do you know when chicken skewers are done?

Chicken skewers are done when the internal temperature of the thickest piece reaches 165ºF. The outside should be golden and slightly charred, while the juices run clear. Use a digital meat thermometer for best accuracy—especially when grilling or air frying.

Does chicken parmesan get soggy?

It can, especially if the coating is thick or the sauce is too heavy. But for skewers, there’s no breading—just marinated chicken brushed with garlic parmesan butter. This keeps everything crisp on the outside and juicy inside, with no sogginess to worry about.

How do garlic parmesan wings taste?

Garlic parmesan wings have a rich, buttery flavor with bold garlic notes and a cheesy finish. These skewers deliver a very similar taste—just lighter and easier to cook. They’re less messy than wings but still satisfy the same flavor craving.

How to keep chicken skewers from drying out?

Always marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes, use even-sized pieces, and avoid overcooking. Basting with butter or sauce during cooking also helps. If grilling, turn often. If air frying, brush with garlic butter mid-cook. These tips lock in moisture and keep every bite tender.

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers – Juicy, Buttery & Perfectly Grilled Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers

Name: Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1-1½ lb chicken breasts or thighs, cubed; 3 Tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1–2 tsp no salt added lemon pepper seasoning; ½ tsp salt; ¼ cup lemon juice; 4–6 Tbsp butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; ¼ cup parmesan, grated; 2 tsp lemon juice (optional); 3 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1 small lemon, sliced for garnish

Description

Delicious, juicy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers on the grill or in the air fryer. Bursting with garlic butter flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

1–1½ lb chicken breasts, cubed, or thighs

3 Tbsp olive oil

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1–2 tsp no salt added lemon pepper seasoning

½ tsp salt

¼ cup lemon juice

4–6 Tbsp butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

¼ cup parmesan, grated

2 tsp lemon juice (optional)

3 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 small lemon, sliced for garnish

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Instructions

1. In a large bowl, add cubed chicken. Add olive oil, lemon juice and seasonings. Mix to coat and marinate for 15 minutes to 4 hours in fridge.

2. Skewer the chicken onto wooden or metal skewers. Place on a baking sheet.

3. Melt butter on low heat, add minced garlic, and simmer for 2 minutes. Set aside at room temperature.

4. Preheat grill to 400ºF. Grill skewers 8–10 minutes, turning often.

5. Add parmesan and parsley to garlic butter. Brush skewers as they grill.

6. Rotate every 2 minutes and brush generously. Cook until chicken reaches 165ºF.

7. Remove from grill, brush again, squeeze fresh lemon, and serve.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 4 days. Freeze up to 2 months.

If using wooden skewers, soak for 20 minutes to prevent burning.

Air Fryer: Cook at 350ºF for 10–12 minutes, brushing with garlic butter.

Oven: Bake at 350ºF for 15–18 minutes, turning often.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Hot Meals
Method: Grilled or Air Fried
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 skewer
Calories: 330
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 615mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0.02g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0.2g
Protein: 39g
Cholesterol: 116mg