Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Calling All Spice Lovers: Dive into the Flavorful World of Bang Bang Chicken! This recipe is a taste bud tantalizer, offering a delightful dance between sweet, spicy, and creamy. Imagine: crispy, tender chicken pieces tossed in a vibrant, slightly sweet chili sauce, then finished with a cooling drizzle of creamy mayonnaise. Every bite is a flavor explosion, perfect for a satisfying main course, a delicious appetizer, or a fun game-day spread.
Here’s why you’ll love Bang Bang Chicken:
- Flavor Explosion: This dish hits all the right notes, with a combination of crispy chicken, a sweet and spicy sauce, and a cooling mayo drizzle. It’s a symphony of textures and tastes that will leave you wanting more.
- Easy & Customizable: Made with readily available ingredients and a simple preparation process, Bang Bang Chicken comes together quickly and can be easily customized to your desired spice level.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Bang Bang Chicken is a versatile crowd-pleaser, perfect for a casual weeknight dinner, a festive potluck dish, or a fun and flavorful appetizer.
Ready to experience the delightful dance of sweet, spicy, and creamy and transform your next meal into a flavor adventure? Continue reading for the recipe below and get ready to wow your taste buds with the magic of Bang Bang Chicken!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
- 1 1/2 – 2 pounds chicken thighs or breasts (2-3 chicken breasts) cut into 1 inch cubes
- 2 Tbs olive oil
- 2 Tbs soy sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 2 Tbs brow sugar
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/2 cup avocado oil mayo
- 2 Tbsp sweet Thai chili sauce
- 1 Tbsp hot sauce
- 1 Tbsp sriracha
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 1 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp parsley, finely chopped
- small squeeze of lemon or lime (optional)
Other:
- 6–12 skewers (depending on length and how much chicken you are making)
- long bowl of water to soak skewers in
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400F.
- In a bowl make your bang bang sauce by combining all of the ingredients listed under the bang bang sauce and mix together until well combined. Pour half of the sauce in a separate bowl and set a to use after the chicken has been cooked. Use the rest of the sauce to coat the chicken evenly.
- In a medium bowl, season the chicken cubes with the list of ingredients for the chicken marinade and stir to coat evenly. let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- After marinating, thread the chicken pieces onto skewers. If using wooden skewers make sure they have soaked them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning. Then brush the chicken with bang bang sauce.
- Spray the basket of the air fryer with olive spray and add the skewers to the basket of the air frier in a single layer. Depending on how many skewers you have you may have to work in batches.
- Air fry at 400F for 13-15 minutes, or until golden and crispy flipping halfway. the chicken should be fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Transfer the skewers to a plate and drizzle or brush the chicken with the reserved bang bang sauce and and serve immediately.
Keywords: Dinner, Main Dish, Chicken, Bang Bang
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