. Prep the Skewers

• Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to keep them from burning during cooking.

• Cut chicken into even-sized pieces (about 3 inches) for uniform cooking.

2. Season the Chicken

• In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

• Place chicken in a large bowl or resealable plastic bag, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the top. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.

3. Skewer the Chicken

• Thread the chicken pieces snugly onto skewers, making sure there are no gaps so they stay juicy while cooking.

• If using an air fryer and the skewers are too long, trim the ends to fit.

4. Make the Garlic Parmesan Butter Sauce

• In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter halfway.

• Stir in minced garlic, red pepper flakes, hot sauce, parsley, and Parmesan until combined.

• Set aside ⅓ of the sauce in a separate bowl for basting partially cooked chicken. Keep the remaining sauce clean for the final coating.

5. Cook the Skewers

Air Fryer Method:

• Preheat air fryer to 400°F.

• Arrange 2–3 skewers in the basket and cook for 5 minutes.

• Flip, baste with reserved sauce, and cook for another 2 minutes.

• Flip again, baste with sauce, and cook for an additional 5–6 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

Oven Method:

• Preheat oven to 450°F.

• Arrange skewers on a foil-lined baking sheet.

• Bake for 7 minutes, flip, baste, and bake another 7 minutes.

• Switch to broil and cook for 2 more minutes to get the tops golden.

Grill Method:

• Preheat grill to medium-high.

• Cook skewers over direct heat for 5–6 minutes per side, basting with sauce as they cook.

6. Finish and Serve

• Brush cooked skewers with the clean reserved sauce.

• Sprinkle with extra Parmesan before serving.