Recipes AirfryerAir Fryer Chicken Skewers (Yogurt-Marinated)
Tender, charred-edged air fryer chicken skewers in a tangy yogurt-and-spice marinade — think shish taouk or chicken souvlaki, made fast. The yogurt tenderizes the chicken so it stays juicy, while the air fryer gives it a grilled-style finish.
Serve in warm pita with garlic sauce, over rice, or on a mezze platter. A healthy, high-protein dinner with big Mediterranean flavor.
Ingredients
Instructions
Marinate
Mix the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, paprika, cumin, red pepper, salt and pepper. Add the chicken and marinate at least 1 hour (or overnight).
Skewer
Thread the chicken onto skewers that fit your basket (or cook loose).
Air fry
Air fry at 400°F for about 12–14 minutes, turning halfway, until charred at the edges and cooked to 165°F.
- Thighs stay juicier than breast on skewers.
- Soak wooden skewers in water first, or use metal ones.
- Marinate overnight for the deepest flavor and tenderest chicken.
Frequently asked
How long do chicken skewers take in the air fryer?
About 12–14 minutes at 400°F, turning once, until charred and cooked to 165°F.
Why marinate in yogurt?
Yogurt's acidity and enzymes tenderize the chicken and help it brown, keeping it juicy.
What do I serve with them?
Warm pita, garlic sauce or tzatziki, rice, and a chopped salad.
