# Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers

> Chicken thigh skewers with garlic, Parmesan and parsley butter. Full ingredients and step-by-step instructions from @dontgobaconmyheart_.

- **Source:** [@dontgobaconmyheart_ on TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@dontgobaconmyheart_/video/7358136693146373409)
- **Estimated total time:** 30 minutes
- **Serves:** 4
- **Category:** Main course · **Cuisine:** American
- **Mood:** Impress
- **Main ingredients:** Chicken, Garlic, Parmesan, Butter, Onion
- **Last reviewed:** 2026-10-08
- **Canonical URL:** https://mezze-app.com/recipes/garlic-parmesan-chicken-skewers

## Ingredients

- 640 g boneless skinless chicken thighs, sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 15 ml olive oil
- 3 g paprika
- 2 g garlic powder
- 4 g salt
- 1.5 g black pepper
- 0.5 g onion powder
- 0.5 g cayenne pepper
- 75 g unsalted butter, softened
- 20 g Parmesan, freshly grated
- 3 × garlic, finely grated or minced
- 4 g fresh parsley, very finely diced
- 1.5 g salt, for the butter, to taste
- 0.5 g black pepper, for the butter, to taste

## Method

1. **Season and skewer the chicken** Slice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Combine in a bowl with the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, onion powder and cayenne pepper. Thread onto 4 x 20 cm skewers, leaving a gap at both ends and keeping the pieces nice and compact so they stay juicy.
2. **Air fry the skewers** Place the skewers in the air fryer and cook at 200C/400F.
3. **Make the garlic parmesan butter** Combine the softened butter with the Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper. The butter should be soft enough to brush but not completely melted - a little creamy. Microwave in 5 second blasts until you reach this consistency.
4. **Flip, baste and finish cooking** After 10 minutes, flip the skewers (easiest with a pair of tongs) and brush with 1/3 of the butter. Air fry for 2 minutes and 30 seconds, then flip them and brush with another 1/3 of the butter. Air fry again for another 2 minutes and 30 seconds, or until lightly charred on the outside and piping hot right through the centre (safe internal temp for chicken is 165F/74C).
5. **Final baste and serve** Remove the skewers and brush with the remainder of the butter. Sprinkle over more Parmesan and parsley whilst they're still hot if desired. Serve in a flatbread with Caesar dressing or on top of mashed potato.

## FAQ

**How long does garlic parmesan chicken skewers take?**

The estimated total time recorded for this recipe is 30 minutes. Read the method before starting and allow for any cooling, chilling or marinating described in the steps.

**How many servings does this recipe make?**

The quantities listed are for 4 servings. The full ingredient list and instructions are included above.

**Who created this recipe?**

This recipe was shared by @dontgobaconmyheart_ on TikTok. Mezze transcribed the video into ingredients and steps; the original video is linked above.

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