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chicken kebabs drizzled with tzatziki sauce on a plate alongside some pita bread and cucumbers.
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Air Fryer Chicken Kebabs

These Air Fryer Chicken Kebabs combine ground chicken with a vibrant mix of spices, green onions, and bell peppers, all threaded onto skewers and cooked to perfection in an air fryer. They're juicy, lightly spiced, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual get-together.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Brunch, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Servings: 4
Calories: 179kcal
Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon sumac
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup green onion finely chopped
  • ½ medium red bell pepper finely chopped
  • ½ medium yellow bell pepper finely chopped
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Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, salt, black pepper, paprika, cumin, coriander, sumac, and lemon juice. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
    process shots showing how to make chicken kebabs in the air fryer.
  • Fold in the chopped spring onion, red and yellow bell peppers into the ground chicken mixture. Mix gently, ensuring that the veggies are evenly distributed throughout the chicken.
    process shots showing how to make chicken kebabs in the air fryer.
  • With wet hands, take a portion of the mixture and mold it around one end of a skewer, forming a kebab shape. Repeat until all the mixture is used, making about 8 skewers.
    process shots showing how to make chicken kebabs in the air fryer.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. This will prevent the kebabs from sticking and make cleanup easier.
  • Place the skewers in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don't touch each other. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the kebabs are golden brown and cooked through. Cook in batches if necessary.
    process shots showing how to make chicken kebabs in the air fryer.
  • Once the kebabs are cooked, carefully remove them from the air fryer and let them rest for a couple of minutes. Serve hot with your favorite sauce such as tzatziki.

Notes

  1. You'll need 8 inch skewers, or big enough to fit in your air fryer. If using wooden skewers, shape them in water for 20-30 minutes prior to using them.
  2. Adjust Spices to Taste: Feel free to tweak the spice levels according to your preference. Add more or less of each to suit your taste buds.
  3. Alternative Cooking Methods: If you don't have an air fryer, these kebabs can also be grilled or baked in the oven. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
  4. Serving Suggestions: These kebabs pair wonderfully with a variety of sides. Try them with rice, salads, or wrapped in pita bread.
  5. Make-Ahead Tip: You can prepare the kebab mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge, making it a great option for meal prep.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 363mg | Potassium: 719mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 871IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg