Description
Sizzling Bang-Bang Chicken Skewers dance with spicy-sweet perfection straight from your air fryer. Crispy, juicy chicken bites coated in creamy, tangy sauce promise a flavor explosion that brings zesty Asian-inspired comfort right to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 1/4 cups (290 grams) mayonnaise
- 2/3 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Garnish Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken cubes with oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Carefully skewer 4-5 chicken cubes onto each wooden or metal stick, leaving small spaces between pieces for even cooking.
- Craft the signature bang-bang sauce by whisking mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until smooth and well-combined.
- Generously brush half of the prepared sauce over the assembled chicken skewers, creating a glossy and flavorful coating.
- Arrange skewers in a single layer within the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding to promote optimal air circulation.
- Air fry at 400°F for 11-12 minutes, rotating skewers midway to ensure uniform browning and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Once cooked, transfer skewers to a serving platter and drizzle with remaining bang-bang sauce for an extra burst of tangy-sweet flavor.
Notes
- Prevent dry chicken by not overcooking and using chicken breasts with higher fat content for juicier results.
- Marinate chicken for 30 minutes before skewering to enhance flavor absorption and tenderness.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting Sriracha quantity for mild or extra hot preferences.
- Use alternative protein options like tofu or shrimp for dietary variations while maintaining similar cooking techniques.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 503 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 1070 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 34 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg