Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

5 from 11 votes

Sweet and tangy bang bang chicken skewers are the perfect appetizer or main dish recipe that is packed with flavor. Grill, bake or air fry!

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Appetizer, dinner

Cuisine: American, Asian

Keyword: bang bang chicken skewers

Servings:

Equipment

wooden skewers soaked in water

Ingredients

1 pounds chicken breast
1 pounds chicken thighs
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon ginger

Instructions

Soak wooden skewers in water for 15 to 30 minutes.
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. Divide the sauce evenly into two bowls. Set aside.
Cut the chicken into 1" cubes and season the chicken all over with the paprika, ginger, salt, and pepper.
Thread the chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating between chicken breasts and thighs. Baste the chicken skewers with one bowl of the bang bang 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 other bowl of Bang Bang Sauce over the skewers, and coat each piece of chicken well. Serve hot.

Notes

Grilling Instructions: Grill the skewers over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reads 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.

Storage: Store leftover bang bang chicken in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or on the grill until warmed through.

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