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Chicken Kabobs in the Air Fryer (Time & Temp Chart)

Chicken Kabobs in the Air Fryer

4.60 from 15 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Marinate Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 57 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

Lemon-honey marinated chicken kabobs that air fry in 10 to 12 minutes at 400°F. Juicy inside, lightly charred outside, and easier than the grill.

Ingredients 

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, about 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Optional: 1 bell pepper and 1/2 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • Olive oil spray, for the basket

Instructions

  • Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, balsamic vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the chicken cubes and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 8 hours.
  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 20 to 30 minutes and trim to fit your air fryer basket.
  • Thread 4 to 5 chicken pieces onto each skewer, alternating with vegetables if using. Leave small gaps between pieces.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes. Lightly spray the basket with oil.
  • Arrange the kabobs in a single layer. Air fry for 5 to 6 minutes, flip, and cook 5 to 6 minutes more, until the chicken reaches 165°F. Work in batches if needed.
  • Rest for 3 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Skewers: 6- to 8-inch wooden (soaked 20 to 30 minutes) or metal
  • Instant-read meat thermometer
  • Large mixing bowl or gallon zip-top bag, for marinating
  • Cutting board and sharp knife
  • Kitchen shears, for trimming skewers to fit
  • Tongs, for flipping hot skewers
  • Olive oil spray or pastry brush

Notes

  • Thighs: Cook 12 to 14 minutes total.
  • Air fryer ovens: Use the middle rack and check at 9 minutes; ovens often run hotter.
  • Overnight marinating: Leave out the lemon juice and add it 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Skewer size: 6-inch skewers fit most basket air fryers; 8-inch fit larger baskets and air fryer ovens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 36gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 109mgSodium: 636mgPotassium: 670mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 1mg