Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Spiedini

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These lemon garlic butter chicken spiedini are air-fried crispy, golden breaded chicken skewers with a light lemon garlic butter drizzle.

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crispy fried breaded chicken skewers on white platter with blue rim
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1/4 cup white wine, such as Pinot Grigio

  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice, divided

  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

  • 4 cloves garlic, finely minced, divided

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided

  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided

  • 2 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces

  • 2/3 cup Italian breadcrumbs

  • 2/3 cup panko

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 6 (6 to 8 inch) skewers

  • olive oil cooking spray

  • 4 tablespoons butter

  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  1. Whisk together olive oil, wine, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, lemon zest, 1/2 of the garlic, crushed red pepper, oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes to 1 hour.

  2. Stir together remaining salt and pepper with bread crumbs, panko, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder in a shallow dish. Remove chicken from marinade and toss to coat in breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere as necessary. Thread chicken onto skewers and coat with olive oil cooking spray. 

  3. Preheat an air fryer to 390 degrees F (198 degrees C).  Air fry until chicken is no longer pink at the center and juices run clear, and is until lightly golden brown and crisp, about 12 minutes. An instant read thermometer, inserted near the center, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

  4. Meanwhile, melt butter with remaining garlic in a microwave-safe dish on High in the microwave, about 10 seconds.  Stir in remaining lemon juice and parsley. Drizzle butter mixture over chicken just before serving.

    crispy fried breaded chicken skewers on white platter with blue rim

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    Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of breading and marinade ingredients. The actual amount of breading and marinade consumed will vary.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

636 Calories
41g Fat
21g Carbs
43g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 636
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 41g 53%
Saturated Fat 13g 63%
Cholesterol 212mg 71%
Sodium 1170mg 51%
Total Carbohydrate 21g 8%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 43g 86%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 146mg 11%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 524mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.