Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Tender chicken skewers coated in a creamy sweet-spicy Bang Bang sauce. Versatile cooking options include air fryer, grill, or oven, delivering juicy and flavorful results every time.
Equipment
- 1 air fryer optional, for cooking skewers
- 1 grill optional, for cooking skewers
- 1 oven optional, for baking skewers
- 6 wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes if using
- 1 mixing bowl for marinating chicken and mixing sauce
Ingredients
- 1½ lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs cut into cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sriracha to taste
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or lime juice
- Chopped green onions optional
- Sesame seeds optional
Instructions
- Toss chicken cubes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Thread the seasoned chicken evenly onto soaked wooden skewers.
- Preheat an air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and cook skewers for 10 to 12 minutes, turning once, until cooked through and golden.
- Alternatively, grill skewers over medium heat for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Or bake skewers in an oven preheated to 425°F (220°C) for 15 to 18 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Whisk mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and rice vinegar or lime juice together until smooth to make the Bang Bang sauce.
- Brush or drizzle the sauce over hot cooked skewers.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Reserve some Bang Bang sauce for dipping to add extra flavor.
- For crispier skewers, broil for 1–2 minutes after baking.
- Adjust sriracha to modify the spice level.
- Serve with rice, slaw, or inside wraps for a complete meal.