# Air Fryer Chicken Skewers

These chicken skewers are incredibly flavorful and easy to make in an air fryer, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.

- Total time: 15 min
- Cuisine: American
- Category: Drink
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- chicken thighs
- Kosmos Dirty Bird dry rub
- butter
- chili flakes
- garlic paste
- lemon juice
- fresh chopped cilantro

## Instructions

1. Discard chicken breasts and start with chicken thighs.
2. Slice the thinner part of the chicken thigh into two 1-inch cubes.
3. Turn the thick part and slice it in half.
4. Season the chicken thighs generously with Kosmos Dirty Bird dry rub, ensuring every crevice is covered.
5. Thread the cubed chicken onto mini skewers, stabbing them evenly and tightly in the middle.
6. Place the skewered chicken into the air fryer basket to caramelize.
7. Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping midway through.
8. While the chicken cooks, melt a little butter in a pan.
9. Add chili flakes to the butter to help them toast and bring out their flavor.
10. Add garlic paste to the pan.
11. Once everything is toasted and fragrant, kill the heat and add lemon juice.
12. Finish the sauce with fresh chopped cilantro.
13. Give the cooked chicken skewers a quick toss or brush with the butter sauce.

## Equipment

- cutting board
- knife
- mixing bowl
- mini skewers
- air fryer
- pan

## Tips

- Thighs have more fat than breast, so no oil is needed.
- Stab the chicken cubes nice, even, and tight on the skewers.
- Every air fryer is different, so adjust cooking time accordingly.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTMwCdggG/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/95ad887b-eb91-4539-a8c1-82952e1fbfc0
- Extracted: 2025-11-15

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