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Air Fryer Chicken Skewers: Golden air fryer chicken skewers with charred edges and colorful vegetables on wooden sticks

Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Skewers With Perfectly Golden

Chef Marcus
Tender chicken skewers with smoky spices, ready in minutes. Perfect for quick, healthy Air Fryer Dinners that impress everyone with minimal cleanup.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Wooden skewers

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 pc bell pepper cut into chunks for skewers
  • 1 pc red onion cut into wedges

Instructions
 

  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning.
  • In a bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  • Thread chicken onto skewers, alternating with bell pepper and onion pieces.
  • Preheat air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes.
  • Place skewers in air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if needed.
  • Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until chicken is golden and reaches 165°F internally.
  • Let rest for 2 minutes before serving for juicier results.
Keyword Air Fryer Chicken Skewers