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Air Fryer Chicken and Veggie Skewers with Peanut Sauce
Colorful skewers loaded with marinated chicken and fresh vegetables, air-fried until tender and slightly charred. Drizzled with a creamy peanut sauce, these skewers are a fun and flavorful meal perfect for any night.
Prep 20 min
Cook 15 min
Total 35 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Chicken Marinade
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Step 2 — For the Skewers
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 8 oz mushrooms, halved or quartered
- Wooden or metal skewers (soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes)
Step 3 — For the Peanut Sauce
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
- 2-3 tablespoons warm water, to thin
Instructions
- 1
Marinate Chicken
In a bowl, combine all ingredients for the chicken marinade. Add the chicken cubes and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- 2
Assemble Skewers
Thread the marinated chicken cubes, bell pepper pieces, red onion chunks, and mushrooms onto the skewers, alternating ingredients. Do not pack too tightly.
- 3
Air Fry Skewers
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary). Ensure skewers aren't touching each other or the sides of the basket.
- 4
Cook Skewers
Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping the skewers halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender with slight charring. Internal temperature of chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
- 5
Make Peanut Sauce
While skewers cook, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and sriracha (if using) in a bowl. Gradually whisk in warm water until the sauce reaches desired consistency.
- 6
Serve
Serve the air-fried skewers hot, drizzled generously with the peanut sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped peanuts if desired.
Nutrition per serving: 420 cal · 35g protein · 25g carbs · 20g fat · 4g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
