Description
These Air Fryer Old Bay Chicken Skewers are a flavorful and easy way to enjoy a classic summer cookout flavor any time of year! Tender chicken pieces are marinated in a blend of Old Bay and lemon pepper seasoning, then air-fried to perfection and brushed with a creamy sauce. They’re perfect for a quick and healthy meal, a party appetizer, or a fun addition to your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
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For the Chicken Skewers:
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken tenderloins (about 12 tenderloins), cut into 3-4 pieces each
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 6 (8-inch) wooden skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
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For the Chicken Skewer Sauce/Glaze:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or sour cream)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 heaping teaspoon garlic paste (or minced garlic)
Instructions
- Prep and Marinate Chicken: Pat chicken dry and cut into chunks. In a bowl, combine chicken with olive oil, Old Bay seasoning, and lemon pepper seasoning. Marinate for at least 30 minutes. Soak wooden skewers in water while chicken marinates.
- Air Fry Chicken: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Thread chicken onto skewers. Arrange skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer, without overcrowding. Cook for 18 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Make Sauce: During the last 5 minutes of cooking, melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in mayonnaise (or sour cream), lemon juice, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, and garlic.
- Serve: Brush cooked skewers with the sauce and serve hot.
Notes
- Oven Method: If you don’t have an air fryer, bake skewers on a foil-lined baking sheet at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, then broil for 1-2 minutes until crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg