Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers
Juicy chicken skewers brushed with rich, flavorful cowboy butter make the perfect quick and easy dinner! With a zesty garlic kick and a buttery finish, these Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers are great for grilling or air frying.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 6-8 wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs about 1 pound cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 garlic gloves grated using a microplane
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup cowboy butter melted
- Fresh parsley finely chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Thread the chicken onto the skewers: Take the soaked wooden skewers and thread 4-5 chicken cubes onto each skewer, leaving a small space between each piece for even cooking.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Arrange the skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd.
- Cook for 11-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove and glaze: Once cooked, carefully remove the skewers from the air fryer and transfer them to a serving platter. Drizzle or brush generously with the melted cowboy butter while they’re still warm.
- Finish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
If using chicken thighs, the cooking time may increase by 1-2 minutes due to their higher fat content and thickness. Always check the internal temperature to ensure it’s 165°F.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 107mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.5g