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Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
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These Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken chunks air fried to crispy perfection. Coated in a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce, they offer a bold flavor and satisfying texture without the mess of deep frying, perfect as an appetizer, main course or party snack.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Skewers

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • Wooden or metal skewers
  • Cooking spray

Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tbsp honey or sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (optional)

Seasonings

  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Garnishes

  • Chopped green onions or cilantro
  • Toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into even, bite-sized chunks to ensure uniform cooking. Season the chicken pieces evenly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to enhance natural flavors before assembling.
  2. Assemble the Skewers: Thread the chicken chunks onto wooden or metal skewers, leaving a small space between pieces for even heat circulation. Avoid overcrowding the skewers.
  3. Preheat and Air Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the chicken skewers with cooking spray to promote crispiness. Place the skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and fully cooked.
  4. Make the Bang Bang Sauce: While the chicken cooks, combine mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, lime juice (if using), and a pinch of garlic powder in a bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy. Adjust sweetness and spice levels to your preference.
  5. Coat and Serve: Immediately after cooking, toss the hot chicken skewers in the bang bang sauce until fully coated. Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro and toasted sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Cut chicken pieces evenly to ensure even cooking and juiciness.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; leave space for proper air circulation.
  • Taste and adjust the bang bang sauce gradually to balance spice and sweetness perfectly.
  • Allow skewers to rest for 1 minute after cooking to redistribute juices.
  • For deeper flavor, marinate chicken in garlic powder and salt before cooking if time permits.

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