Chicken pinwheel skewers are a tasty and irresistible main course, perfect for the whole family.
Crunchy on the outside thanks to the cornmeal breading, tender on the inside with a gooey ham and cheese filling, they’re made without eggs and are ideal for the air fryer.
A simple yet impressive recipe, great for a quick dinner or to serve as a delicious dish on informal occasions.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 people
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 21 oz chicken breast (sliced)
- 4.2 oz cooked ham
- 5.3 oz cheese (sliced)
- 3.5 oz cornmeal
- to taste salt
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
Tools for Chicken Pinwheel Skewers
- 4 Skewers
- 1 Air Fryer
Steps for Chicken Pinwheel Skewers
To prepare the chicken pinwheel skewers, drizzle each slice with a bit of extra virgin olive oil and
season them with a pinch of salt.
Coat them in cornmeal, making sure the breading adheres well.
Place cooked ham on each slice and
the slices of cheese,
then roll them up tightly forming pinwheels.
Skewer the rolls with skewers at a distance of 0.8 inches apart and
cut them between each skewer.
Arrange the skewers in the air fryer basket without overlapping them.
Cook at 338°F for 15 minutes, turning them halfway through, and serve them hot.
Alternative oven cooking
Place the skewers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cook in a preheated static oven at 374°F for about 25 minutes, turning them halfway through.
You can substitute sliced cheese with scamorza, provola, or fontina for an even gooier result.
For a tastier version, add spices or herbs to the cornmeal.
Chicken pinwheel skewers can be stored in the refrigerator for 1 day in an airtight container.
It is recommended to consume them immediately after cooking to maintain the crunchiness of the breading.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I prepare the chicken pinwheel skewers in advance?
Yes, you can assemble them a few hours ahead and store them in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap. Bread and cook them just before serving to keep them crunchy.
Can I freeze the chicken skewers?
Yes, you can freeze them raw, already stuffed and breaded. When ready to use, cook them directly from frozen, slightly increasing the cooking time.
Can cornmeal be substituted?
Yes, you can use breadcrumbs or panko, but cornmeal makes the breading more crispy and rustic.
