Valentina Ablaev
Make these bang bang chicken skewers for any easy 30-minute dinner. Skewers of juicy chicken tossed in a sweet and tangy creamy bang bang sauce. The best part of this recipe is that the skewers become incredibly crispy in the air fryer without requiring deep frying.
Bang Bang Sauce
This asian-inspired chicken skewer recipe is made possible with our creamy bang bang sauce. The homemade sauce is so versatile that it can be used for crispy Bang Bang shrimp and even Bang Bang salmon bites!
Ingredients for Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
- Chicken – Skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes, just like for our bang bang chicken recipe!
Substite: you can use chicken thighs with great results. - Seasoning – A mix of salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Bang bang sauce – Our simple bang bang sauce is made with mayonnaise, thai sweet chili sauce, fresh garlic, and sriracha sauce.
Tools for this Recipe
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- Our trusty air fryer is our most-used kitchen tool and a must for this recipe.
- We use small wooden skewers for these chicken kabobs, which fit perfectly in the air fryer.
- A silicone pastry brush is the best way to lather up the skewers in that rich bang bang sauce.
- We love to use an instant-read thermometer when cooking chicken to ensure that everything is cooked through!
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and quantities.
How to Make Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
The easiest step-by-step recipe:
- Make sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, sweet chili sauce, minced garlic, and sriracha.
2. Season the chicken. In a large bowl, toss cubed chicken with oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
3. Cook chicken. Thread 4-5 pieces of chicken onto each skewer and arrange them in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway. You should get about 8 skewers.
4. Sauce it up. Transfer the cooked chicken onto a plate and top with half of the bang bang sauce. Serve the remaining Bang Bang sauce for dipping.
Other Cooking Methods
Just like our grilled chicken kabobs, you can make these bang bang skewers on the grill! Simply arrange these kabobs on a hot grill and cook on all sides until the chicken is cooked through.
Arrange the chicken skewers on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F for 15-20 minutes. Set the oven to broil and finish the chicken off for 1-2 minutes. Keep an eye so as not to burn the skewers.
Skip the skewers and make crispy bang bang chicken on the the skillet.
Make in Advance
Prepping these skewers in advance is so simple!
- Marinate the chicken in the oil and seasoning.
- Thread the chicken onto the skewers and place in an airtight container or tightly cover your platter with plastic wrap.
- Store the skewers in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
- Air fry the chicken directly from the refrigerator and coat it in the sauce once air-fried.
Expert Tips:
- Soak skewers. To keep the skewers from burning, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Cut the chicken evenly. The key to even cooking is cutting the chicken into similarly sized cubes.
- Garnish. For a stunning presentation, top the skewers with sesame seeds and sliced green onion.
Serving Suggestions
- Rice bowl: Serve this chicken with a side of white rice and finish with your favorite toppings.
- Side salad: This asian-inspired chicken recipe deserves to be served with a side of homemade kani salad!
- Chicken tacos: Add the chicken to tortillas, add lettuce, and tomatoes.
Store & Reheat
- Storage. Store leftover chicken skewers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat. Warm up the chicken skewer leftovers in the air fryer to keep them crispy and delicious.
More Chicken Recipes
If you enjoyed this bang bang chicken skewer recipe, be sure to try our other easy chicken recipes; here are some of our favorites:
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Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
bang bang sauce:
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Thai sweet chili sauce
- minced garlic clove
- ½ tbsp sriracha
- sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the bang bang sauce and set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed chicken breasts with the oil. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic, mixing well to coat evenly.
- Thread 4–5 chicken cubes onto each skewer. You’ll get about 8 skewers.
- Arrange the skewers in a single layer in an air fryer basket.
- Cook at 425°F for 12-14 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Transfer the skewers to a plate and coat with half of the bang bang sauce. Serve the chicken with the remaining sauce on the side for dipping.
- Serve and enjoy, friends!
Notes
- Soak skewers. Place the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before cooking to prevent them from burning.
- Chicken prep. Cube the chicken into equal-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Cooked through chicken. Check that the chicken is cooked through using an instant-read meat thermometer. Once the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F, it is ready.
- Garnish. Top your chicken with sesame seeds and fresh green onion for a stunning visual.
- Store leftovers. Keep leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Recipe FAQs
Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Yes, you can absolutely use chicken thighs for this recipe!
Though you don’t have to, soaking skewers helps prevent them from burning and is recommended.
