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Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers

35 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • boneless chicken thigh (cut into bite-sized cubes)Meat700 g
  • salt (for the seasoning)Spices5 g
  • black pepper (freshly ground, for the seasoning)Spices3 g
  • garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • lemon zest (zest of one lemon)Produce1 piece
  • onion powder (for the seasoning)Spices4 g
  • garlic powder (for the seasoning)Spices4 g
  • paprika (for the seasoning)Spices4 g
  • olive oil (for the marinade)Pantry30 ml
  • butter (partially melted)Dairy113 g
  • salt (for the butter sauce)Spices2 g
  • black pepper (for the butter sauce)Spices2 g
  • garlic powder (for the butter sauce)Spices2 g
  • onion powder (for the butter sauce)Spices2 g
  • lemon juice (freshly squeezed)Produce30 ml

per serving

Nutrition

445kcal

Carbs
3 g
Proteins
35 g
Fat
33 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skewer ×8
  • Pastry brush

step by step

Method

  1. Season the chicken

    • Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized cubes and place them in a bowl.
    • Add the salt, black pepper, minced garlic, lemon zest, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika and olive oil.
    • Toss well so every piece is coated, then let the chicken marinate.
    Step 1
  2. Make the butter sauce

    • Combine the partially melted butter with the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and lemon juice.
    • Stir until smooth and set aside.
    Step 2
  3. Thread the skewers

    • Thread the seasoned chicken cubes onto the skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
    Step 3
  4. Air fry the first side

    • Place the skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
    • Air fry at 200 °C (400 °F).
    Step 4
  5. Flip and finish

    • Flip the skewers and air fry again until cooked through and lightly charred.
    Step 5
  6. Brush with butter sauce and serve

    • Brush the hot skewers generously with the lemon pepper butter sauce.
    • Serve immediately.
    Step 6