Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Cowboy Butter Chicken Skewers featuring tender, juicy chicken cubes marinated with olive oil, salt, and pepper, air fried to perfection, and brushed with flavorful melted cowboy butter. Perfect for a quick and satisfying appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients
Chicken Skewers
- 8 wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Cowboy Butter
- ½ cup cowboy butter, melted
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, toss the cubed chicken breasts with extra virgin olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until well coated.
- Thread the Chicken: Take one soaked wooden skewer at a time and thread 4-5 chicken cubes onto each skewer, leaving small spaces between pieces for even cooking.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C) to ensure optimal cooking temperature.
- Air Fry the Skewers: Place the chicken skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 400°F for 11-12 minutes, flipping the skewers halfway through to ensure even browning and thorough cooking. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- Serve and Garnish: Carefully remove the cooked chicken skewers from the air fryer and place them on a serving platter. Generously brush or drizzle the melted cowboy butter over the hot skewers and garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers before grilling prevents them from burning in the air fryer.
- Check the chicken’s internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure safety and optimal juiciness.
- Cowboy butter can be prepared ahead and melted just before use.
- You can double the recipe easily for larger gatherings.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, this recipe can also be grilled or baked with adjustments to cooking time.
