These Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers are a must-try! Juicy marinated chicken, air-fried and brushed with honey garlic butter, makes for a delicious appetizer or main dish. Quick and easy to make with included oven and grilling instructions. Perfect for any meal!
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😍 Reasons to Love Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers
- Flavorful: The combination of tangy lemon, sweet honey, parmesan and garlic makes a delicious balance.
- Juicy and Tender: Using chicken thighs ensures each bite is juicy.
- Versatile: Great as an appetizer or main dish, and can be cooked on the grill, in the oven, or air fryer.
- Quick and Easy: Simple to make, with a marinade that adds depth of flavor with minimal effort.
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✅You'll Need
- Chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for juicier texture. Ensure even cooking by cutting pieces uniformly. Chicken is fully cooked at an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Marinade: A blend of vegetable oil, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, and spices. It's tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy from red pepper flakes.
- Spices: Includes smoked paprika, garlic, dried oregano, salt, crushed red pepper, and black pepper. Adjust red pepper flakes to taste.
- Honey Garlic Butter: Made with melted butter, parmesan cheese, honey, garlic, and parsley for a rich and flavorful finish.
🔪 How to Make Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine chicken, vegetable oil, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Coat Chicken: Stir well to evenly coat the chicken.
Marinate: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
Thread 5-6 marinated chicken pieces onto each skewer.
Arrange the skewers in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Air fry at 400°F for 11-12 minutes, flipping halfway.
Make honey garlic butter.
Brush cooked chicken skewers with the honey garlic butter and serve.
Oven Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Thread seasoned chicken cubes onto skewers and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Remove from oven, brush with garlic butter, and serve.
Grilling Instructions
- Thread seasoned chicken onto skewers.
- Grill over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes per side, until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Brush with garlic butter and serve.
🗄️ Storage
To store leftovers, let the chicken skewers cool. Optionally, remove the chicken from the skewers to save space, then place it in a sealed container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for 3-4 days. When ready to eat, warm it up in the microwave, air fryer or oven. The leftover chicken pieces are great added to salads.
More Chicken Dinner Ideas You'll Love
For another fun and family-friendly option, try our Easy Orange Chicken. Prefer something baked but still bold in flavor? You’ll love this Pistachio Crusted Chicken. And if you’re craving cozy comfort, don’t miss our Chicken Tater Tot Casserole!
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Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers
Ingredients
Marinade
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch cubes
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup parmesan cheese finely grated
- 1 large lemon juiced (about ¼ cup juice)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 5 garlic cloves minced or grated, using a microplane
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Honey Garlic Butter
- ¼ cup ½ stick unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced or grated, using a microplane
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese finely grated
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley chopped
Equipment
- Wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes
Equipment
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade
- In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, vegetable oil, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, Dijon, minced garlic, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight.
Assemble the Skewers
- Thread 5-6 marinated chicken pieces onto each skewer.
- Place the skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer. You may need to cut the skewers to fit.
Cook the Chicken
- Air fry at 400°F for 11-12 minutes, flipping halfway through. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Make the Honey Garlic Butter
- While the chicken is cooking, melt the butter in a small skillet or saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in the honey, parmesan cheese, and parsley.
Serve
- Brush the cooked chicken skewers with the honey garlic butter and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
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Tyler says
These skewers were a hit at my barbecue! The honey garlic sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I basted the chicken a few extra times while grilling, and the flavor was insane!
Tatiana says
Great idea with the extra basting, Tyler! So glad they were a hit at your BBQ!
Lisa Kelly says
Is it possible to make these skewers with chicken breast? If so how would you adjust air fryer cook time?
Recipe looks delicious - can't wait to make it.
Tatiana says
Hi Lisa! Great question—and thank you! 😊 Yes, you can absolutely make these skewers with chicken breast instead of thighs. Since chicken breast is leaner and cooks a bit faster, I’d recommend air frying at 400°F for about 9–10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Just make sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the pieces stay juicy. Keep an eye on them near the end so they don’t dry out. Let me know how it turns out! 💛