Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
These Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are sweet, spicy, creamy, and so addictive. Bite-size chicken thighs get seasoned, threaded onto skewers, and slathered in a bang bang sauce made with mayo, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and fresh red chili.
Cook them in the air fryer or on the stovetop, baste with more sauce, and dinner or game day snacks are ready in 25 minutes.
Why You’ll Love These Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
- Juicy thighs: they stay tender every time.
- Famous sauce: creamy, sweet, and spicy.
- Two cooking methods: air fryer or stovetop.
- Party friendly: easy to eat on a stick.
Bang Bang Chicken Skewers Ingredients
Chicken Thighs
Cut into even bite-size pieces so they cook evenly.
Seasonings
Olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Bang Bang Sauce
Mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and a diced red chili.
Good to Know: These skewers are gluten-free when your sweet chili sauce is gluten-free. Check the label.
How to Make Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Step 1: Season
Slice the chicken into bite-size pieces and season with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Step 2: Skewer
Thread the chicken onto skewers, leaving small gaps for even cooking.
Step 3: Sauce
Whisk the bang bang sauce and coat both sides of the skewers.
Step 4: Cook
Air fry at 400°F for 8 to 10 minutes, flip, and cook 4 to 5 more minutes. Or sear on the stovetop 4 to 5 minutes per side.
Step 5: Baste and Garnish
Baste with more sauce and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.
Carly’s Expert Tips
- Use kitchen shears. They make cutting chicken thighs easy.
- Soak wooden skewers. Thirty minutes in water keeps them from burning.
- Save some sauce. Set aside clean sauce for basting and dipping.
- Check the temp. Chicken is done at 165°F.
Make It Your Own
- Shrimp: Use shrimp and cut the cook time.
- Grill: Grill over medium-high heat.
- Bowls: Serve over rice with cucumbers.
- Lighter sauce: Use Greek yogurt in place of some mayo.
Make-Ahead and Meal Prep: Cut and season the chicken and mix the sauce up to a day ahead. Skewer and cook right before serving.
What to Serve With Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Serve with jasmine rice, cucumber salad, fried rice, or as part of a game day spread.
Storing and Reheating
Fridge: Store for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Air fry at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes.
Sauce: Keeps in the fridge for up to 1 week.
What People Ask About Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Can I use chicken breast?
Yes, but thighs stay juicier.
Is bang bang sauce spicy?
It is mildly spicy. Adjust the Sriracha.
Can I bake these?
Yes. Bake at 425°F for about 15 to 18 minutes.
What is bang bang sauce made of?
Mayo, sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha.
Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Ingredients
Method
- Slice chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, aiming for uniform sizes. Season with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Thread chicken onto skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece to ensure even cooking.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and diced red chili until smooth.
- Generously coat both sides of the chicken skewers with the bang bang sauce.
- Cook the skewers using your preferred method: Air fryer at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, flip, then cook another 4–5 minutes; or stovetop on medium-high heat, searing chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
- Once cooked, baste the skewers with more bang bang sauce and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.
Nutrition
Notes
- Use kitchen shears to easily cut chicken thighs into uniform pieces.
- Leave a small gap between chicken pieces on the skewers for even cooking.
- Adjust the amount of Sriracha in the sauce to suit your spice preference.
- Leftovers taste amazing when reheated, making this a great meal prep option.
