If you’re looking for a new recipe to add to your collection of appetizers, dinner idea or party foods, you’ll defineltey want to try these Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with a delicious Bang Bang Sauce. These skewers are easy to make, and they’re perfect for serving at a party or as a fun snack for the kids. Plus, the combination of chicken and sweet and spicy sauce is a crowd-pleaser.
What are bang-bang chicken skewers?
Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are a delicious appetizer made with bite-sized pieces of chicken seasoned with salt and pepper and baked or air-fried until cooked through. The skewers are topped with a sweet and spicy Bang Bang Sauce made from mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, paprika, ginger, and pepper. They’re perfect for parties or as a fun snack for the kids. They give the skewers their unique flavor.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Chicken breasts and thighs
- Spices
- Mayo
- Sweet Chili Sauce
- Soy Sauce
- Scallion
FAQ for Chicken Skewers with Bang Bang Sauce
Q: Can I use chicken breast only for this recipe?
A: Yes, you can use only chicken breast or only chicken thigh, or a combination of both. However, using both will give you a more flavorful and juicy result.
Q: Can I grill the skewers instead of baking or air frying them?
A: Yes, you can grill the skewers over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked through.
Is it better to bake, airfry or Grill the skewers?
When it comes to cooking, my favorite method is grilling any type of meat. However, for a quick and easy weeknight dinner option, air frying is the way to go.
Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Equipment
- wooden skewers soaked in water
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 lb chicken thighs
Spices for the chicken
- 2 tsps paprika
- 2 tsps salt
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 cup mayo
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) or preheat your air fryer to 400°F (205°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the Bang Bang Sauce until well combined. Seperate into two bowls, Set aside.
- Cut the chicken into 1" cubes and season the chicken with spices.
- Thread the chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating between chicken breasts and thighs. Bask the chicken skewers in bang bang sauce. Discard the marinade sauce.
- Bake the skewers in the oven for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Alternatively, air fry the skewers for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.
- Once the chicken is cooked, brush or spoon the separate Bang Bang Sauce over the skewers, and coat each piece of chicken well. Serve hot.
Instructions:
I tried this recipe last night and my family LOVED it so it’s definitely going in the rotation. Toni was right – these are phenomenal air-fried so I would try it that way if I was you! I added one last ingredient to this recipe – hot honey. That was a little tiny kicker that went craaaazy with the ginger. I honesty cannot wait to make these again!
This one was amazing, me and my whole family loved this. Put it in the oven for 20 minutes and it was perfect. I let the chicken marinate in the dressing for two hours before cooking it was super soft and juicy 🤤
This recipe is so delicious! Me and my family absolutely loved it! I cooked them in air fryer, Amazing!