Bang Bang Chicken Skewers Recipe
Introduction
These Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer or meal that packs a punch with a creamy, spicy sauce. Perfect for air frying, they cook quickly and deliver juicy, tender chicken with a deliciously tangy coating.
Ingredients
- Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ¼ cups (290 g) mayonnaise
- ⅔ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha (or more to taste)
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken breasts, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to evenly coat the chicken pieces.
- Step 2: Thread 4 to 5 chicken cubes onto each soaked wooden skewer, working one skewer at a time.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey to create the bang bang sauce.
- Step 4: Divide the sauce in half. Brush one half evenly over the chicken skewers, reserving the other half in a separate bowl for serving.
- Step 5: Place the chicken skewers in a single layer in the basket of your air fryer. Depending on its size, cook in batches if necessary.
- Step 6: Air fry at 400°F for 11 to 12 minutes, flipping the skewers halfway through cooking. Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- Step 7: Transfer the cooked skewers to a serving plate and drizzle or brush with the reserved bang bang sauce. Serve immediately for best flavor.
Tips & Variations
- Soaking the wooden skewers prevents them from burning in the air fryer.
- If you prefer a milder sauce, reduce the amount of Sriracha or omit it altogether.
- For extra crispiness, spray the skewers lightly with cooking spray before air frying.
- Try using boneless, skinless chicken thighs for juicier skewers.
- Serve with sliced green onions or chopped cilantro for a fresh finish.
Storage
Store leftover cooked chicken skewers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer or oven to retain crispness, then drizzle with reserved sauce before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I bake these skewers instead of air frying?
Yes, you can bake the chicken skewers at 400°F for about 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through until fully cooked and reaching 165°F internally.
How spicy is the bang bang sauce?
The sauce has a mild to moderate heat level, balanced by the sweetness of honey and Thai sweet chili sauce. Adjust the Sriracha amount to make it milder or spicier according to your taste.
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Bang Bang Chicken Skewers Recipe
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
Description
These Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are a flavorful and spicy appetizer featuring tender, seasoned chicken cubes threaded onto skewers and air fried to perfection. Coated in a creamy, sweet, and tangy bang bang sauce made with mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey, these skewers offer a delightful balance of heat and sweetness and are perfect for parties or quick snacks.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasonings
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1 ¼ cups (290 g) mayonnaise
- ⅔ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha, or more to taste
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Toss chicken with seasonings: In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken breasts, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to evenly coat all the chicken pieces with the seasoning mixture.
- Thread chicken onto skewers: Take the soaked wooden skewers and carefully thread 4 to 5 of the seasoned chicken cubes onto each skewer, arranging them evenly.
- Make bang bang sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until smooth and well combined. This will yield about 1 ¾ cups of sauce.
- Brush sauce over chicken: Divide the prepared sauce in half. Brush one half of the sauce over the threaded chicken skewers, ensuring each piece is coated well. Reserve the other half for serving after cooking.
- Place chicken skewers into air fryer basket: Arrange the chicken skewers in a single layer inside the basket of your air fryer. Depending on the air fryer size, you may need to cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry the chicken: Cook the skewers in the air fryer at 400°F (204°C) for 11 to 12 minutes. Flip the skewers halfway through the cooking time to ensure even cooking. Confirm the chicken is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Drizzle cooked chicken with remaining sauce: Once cooked, transfer the skewers to a serving plate and drizzle or brush the reserved bang bang sauce over the hot chicken. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before threading chicken to prevent burning during cooking.
- Adjust Sriracha to your preferred spice level for more or less heat in the sauce.
- Air fryer sizes vary; work in batches if skewers don’t fit in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- This recipe can be served with steamed rice or fresh vegetables as a light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken, Chicken Skewers, Air Fryer Chicken, Spicy Chicken Skewers, Asian Chicken Appetizer, Quick Chicken Recipes
