Description
Air Fryer Lemon Butter Skewers are a tantalizing dish that features succulent chicken marinated in a zesty lemon butter sauce, delivering an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, these skewers can be ready in under 30 minutes, making them an ideal choice for any occasion. Enjoy the delightful combination of juicy chicken and vibrant citrus aromas that will impress your family and friends while keeping your dinner routine exciting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the sauce.
- Thread chicken pieces onto soaked skewers; brush with lemon butter sauce.
- Place skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Drizzle with remaining sauce and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg