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Hot Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers

Hot Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers

Hot Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers are a delightful and easy-to-make dish that captures the vibrant flavors of Atlanta. These skewers feature juicy chicken marinated in a zesty blend of lemon pepper, hot sauce, and garlic, then cooked to crispy perfection in an air fryer. Perfect for game day, family gatherings, or a cozy evening in, these skewers promise to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds. Serve them over rice or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs chicken tenders or thighs (cut into 2-3" pieces)
  • 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 8 oz salted butter (slightly melted)
  • 2–3 tbsp olive oil
  • Hot sauce to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken pieces with lemon pepper seasoning, paprika, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, hot sauce, salt, and olive oil. Mix until well coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the butter mixture by mixing melted butter with additional seasonings (cracked pepper, paprika, garlic powder) in a small bowl.
  3. Skewer the marinated chicken tightly on wooden skewers.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Spray basket with nonstick spray. Cook skewers in batches for about 15 minutes total: cook for 5 minutes, baste with butter mixture, flip, baste again, and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Baste one final time before serving over rice or with roasted vegetables.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 150g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added heat, increase the amount of hot sauce or incorporate crushed red pepper flakes. Substitute chicken with shrimp or vegetables to suit dietary preferences.