Description
Bang Bang Chicken Skewers offer a mouthwatering blend of spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors that will elevate any meal or gathering. Perfectly marinated chicken thighs are threaded onto skewers and grilled or air-fried to achieve optimal juiciness and a delightful char. The accompanying bang bang sauce, with its creamy texture and kick of heat, makes these skewers irresistible as appetizers or main dishes. Quick to prepare and customizable for varying spice levels, these skewers are sure to impress your guests while being simple enough for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½–2 lbs chicken thighs, cubed
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 Tbsp hot honey
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- â…” cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- ¼ cup Sriracha
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed chicken with olive oil and spices until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and lime juice to make the bang bang sauce.
- Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers and brush with some of the sauce.
- Grill on medium-high for 15-20 minutes or air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
- Drizzle with reserved sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (about 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg