Description
These Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are the perfect combination of crispy, juicy chicken and a spicy-sweet homemade bang bang sauce. Made in the air fryer for a quick and easy meal, these skewers are perfect as an appetizer or main course, delivering a flavorful bite every time!
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 mayonnaise
- ⅔ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha (or more to taste)
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Thread 4–5 chicken cubes onto each skewer.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey to make the bang bang sauce.
- Set aside half of the sauce for later and use the remaining sauce to brush evenly over the chicken skewers.
- Place the skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer (work in batches if necessary).
- Air fry at 400°F for 11–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Once cooked, transfer the skewers to a plate and drizzle or brush with the reserved bang bang sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a milder sauce, reduce the amount of Sriracha or omit it entirely.
- You can use wooden or metal skewers, but ensure the wooden ones are soaked beforehand to avoid burning in the air fryer.
- Serve these skewers with a side of rice, veggies, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers, Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
