5 from 27 votes
Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs Recipe
Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs combine tender chunks of marinated chicken thighs or breasts with a balanced mix of tamari soy sauce, coconut milk, lime juice, maple syrup, and Thai red curry paste. Marinating the chicken for at least two hours infuses it with mild, layered flavors. Cooking on skewers in the air fryer at 350°F results in juicy chicken pieces with a flavorful caramelized exterior, cooked safely to 165°F internal temperature.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Servings:
4
Calories:
363 kcal
Course:
Main Course, Dinner
Cuisine:
Asian, American
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken thighs or chicken breasts, cut into bite-size cubes, skinless
- 1/2 cup tamari soy sauce or regular if not gluten-free
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1-2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste use a mild version, if making for families
Instructions
How To Make Chicken Kabobs In The Air Fryer
- Mix together tamari soy sauce, coconut milk, lime juice, honey, and Thai red curry paste in a mixing bowl or Ziploc bag.
- Add the chicken and let marinate for at least 2 hours (up to overnight).
- Soak bamboo skewers for 30 minutes.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Preheat Air Fryer to 350F/180C.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes till cooked through, making sure to turn once halfway through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165F/74C.
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Make On The Grill
- Follow steps 1-4 above.
- Oil the grill grates, then preheat the grill (or griddle pan) to medium-high (direct heat).
- Grill chicken for 10-15 minutes, turning them a couple of times and brushing on more marinade until golden and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165F/74C.
- You can reduce the remaining marinade in a saucepan over low heat until it thickens, and brush it over the cooked chicken for extra flavor.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 2 hours, up to overnight, to deepen flavor absorption.
- Cut chicken into evenly sized pieces to ensure even cooking on the skewers.
- Use mild Thai red curry paste for less heat suitable for families or guests sensitive to spice.
- Soak bamboo skewers for 30 minutes before cooking to prevent burning.
- Brush chicken with remaining marinade when grilling to enhance moisture and flavor.
- Using lite or half-fat coconut milk can reduce calories without significantly altering flavor.
Nutrition Information
Calories
363kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
47g
(94%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
215mg
(72%)
Sodium
1825mg
(76%)
Potassium
695mg
(15%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
645IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
50mg
(5%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 363
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 363kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 47g | 94% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 215mg | 72% |
| Sodium | 1825mg | 76% |
| Potassium | 695mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 645IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.