Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

5 from 25 votes

Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

Grilled or air fried spicy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers seasoned and slathered with sweet and tangy bang bang sauce and cooked to perfection

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Course: dinner

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings:

Author: Bailey

Equipment

grill or air fryer
wooden skewers
baking sheet

Ingredients

1½-2 lbs chicken thighs, cubed into 1 inch pieces *see notes
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp black pepper
½ tsp cayenne pepper
½ tsp salt
2 Tbsp hot honey *see notes

Bang Bang Sauce

1 cup mayonnaise *more as needed
2 Tbsp lime juice, fresh squeezed
⅔ cup thai sweet chili sauce
¼ cup Sriracha *use less or more as desired for heat level

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken thighs, oil and seasonings. Toss to evenly to coat the chicken well.
Working one skewer at a time, thread the chunks of chicken until about 1/2- 3/4ths of the skewer is filled. In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and lime juice. Mix well. This will make about 1.5 cups bang bang sauce.
Pour half of the sauce into a separate bowl and set aside to use after the chicken has been cooked (for dipping and glazing!). Add the chicken skewers to a baking sheet. Use the rest of the sauce to brush evenly over the chicken, be sure to get in between as well.
For The Grill. Thread the seasoned chicken onto the skewers. Brush the skewers with one of the portioned sauces. Grill over medium-high heat for 15-20 minutes, turning often or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Turn the skewers often* continue to brush with sauce until it's gone and the chicken is caramelized.
For the Air Fryer: Add the skewers to the basket of your air fryer in a single layer. (Depending on the size of the air fryer, you may have to work in batches.) Air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway. Chicken will be fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Transfer the skewers to a plate and drizzle or brush with the reserved bang bang sauce and a drizzle of hot honey (if using). Serve immediately.

Notes

*boneless, skinless breasts will also work well.

*hot honey or regular honey will work, this is optional for an extra sweet, stick flavor,

*Make these mild by omitting the cayenne pepper, hot honey and using less sriracha.

Soak the wooden Skewers! Soak the skewers in water while you prepare everything, this helps to prevent them from burning.

Reheat: The skewers can be reheated in an air fryer at 350 degrees F for 3 minutes, or just until warmed through. They can also be reheated in a microwave oven, but be careful not to overheat or the texture of the chicken can become tough and chewy. These skewers will keep for up to 4 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

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