Air Fryer Chicken Skewers (Chicken Kabobs)
These Air Fryer Chicken Skewers (also known as Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs) are a quick and easy 15-minute meal. Just toss diced chicken and colorful veggies with flavorful seasoning and cook until golden brown!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 220kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs cut in 1-inch cubes
- 1 large red bell pepper cut in 1-inch pieces
- 1 large yellow bell pepper cut in 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes first)
Instructions
- Prep: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes. Dice chicken and bell peppers into uniform 1-inch cubes.
- Season: In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Add the chicken cubes and toss until evenly coated.
- Assemble: Thread the chicken and bell peppers onto the skewers, alternating them. Once assembled, preheat your air fryer to 385°F.
- Arrange: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with avocado oil. Place the skewers in the basket in a single layer, leaving space between them.
- Air Fry: Cook for 12-14 minutes at 385°F, flipping halfway through. Chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve: Serve immediately with rice, pita bread, or your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
- Uniformity: Cutting the chicken and veggies the same size ensures they finish cooking at the same time.
- Airflow: Do not crowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure the hot air can circulate.
- Variations: Try the Garlic Parmesan version by adding minced garlic and topping with Parmesan cheese during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 426mg | Potassium: 631mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1661IU | Vitamin C: 139mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
