Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Garlic Parmesan Butter Sauce

• 1 stick unsalted butter
• 8 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• ⅓ cup fresh parsley, minced

Instructions

1. Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes if using.
2. Cut chicken into evenly sized pieces.
3. Toss chicken with olive oil and seasonings.
4. Thread chicken tightly onto skewers.
5. Melt butter and stir in garlic, Parmesan, parsley, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes.
6. Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
7. Cook skewers for 5 minutes, flip, and baste with sauce.
8. Continue cooking, flipping and basting until chicken reaches 165°F.
9. Finish with extra Parmesan and parsley before serving.

Notes

• Baste frequently for best flavor.
• Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket.
• Use fresh garlic for stronger flavor.
• Chicken thighs stay more tender than breasts.