Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers Recipe
Introduction
If you’re craving a dish with bold flavor and a seriously satisfying kick, Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers will be your new go-to recipe. Juicy pieces of chicken are marinated, skewered, and air-fried or grilled to perfection, then finished with a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. It’s the ultimate combination of tender meat, smoky char, and craveable heat—making these skewers the star of weeknight dinners, summer barbecues, or game-day parties.
The Allure of Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
What elevates these chicken skewers apart from the rest? The bang bang sauce—a fiery blend of creamy mayo, sriracha, and a hint of sweetness—that clings to each smoky, juicy bite. Paired with the easy prep and hands-off cooking by using an COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey, you can have a restaurant-worthy, crowd-pleasing dish on the table in under 40 minutes.
Simple Prep for Flavorful Results
Great skewers start with uniform pieces of chicken and finely chopped vegetables. A Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper helps you quickly dice bell peppers, onions, and other veggies, ensuring even cooking and beautiful presentation. Marinate your chicken pieces in a blend of garlic, soy sauce, and chili paste for a juicy, flavorful result before threading onto skewers with colorful vegetables.
Cooking Chicken Skewers to Perfection
For the easiest, most consistent results, an air fryer like the COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey lets you achieve a gorgeous golden char and crispy edges without standing over a grill. Line your basket with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet sheets for easy cleanup. If you don’t have an air fryer, a grill pan or skillet, such as the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch, also works beautifully.
Serving Suggestions for a Spicy, Crowd-Pleasing Meal
These skewers shine served atop a bed of fresh salad or fluffy rice. Transporting them for a picnic or potluck? Keep them fresh in a Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green. Add a squeeze of lime, scatter of sesame seeds, and extra bang bang sauce for dipping, and you have a plate that’s as vibrant as it is delicious.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe yields 4 generous servings, supplying roughly 320-350 calories per serving depending on how much bang bang sauce you drizzle on. With lean chicken breast, fresh vegetables, and the option to air fry, these skewers strike a satisfying balance of protein and flavor, while keeping things lighter than typical fried appetizers.
Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers Recap
For a meal that’s low on effort and big on flavor, Spicy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers punch above their weight. The marriage of smoky charred chicken and creamy, spicy sauce is sure to steal the spotlight at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, sriracha, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat. Marinate for 15–30 minutes.
- While chicken marinates, chop vegetables using a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for even size and quick prep.
- Thread the marinated chicken, peppers, and onion pieces onto skewers, alternating ingredients.
- Preheat your COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey to 400°F. Line the basket with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet for easy cleanup.
- Air fry skewers in batches for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until chicken reaches 165°F on a ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer for Cooking. Alternatively, grill on medium-high heat or cook in a SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch until done.
- While skewers cook, whisk together the bang bang sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
- Drizzle finished skewers with bang bang sauce, garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges, and serve immediately.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 15–30 minutes marinating time)
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes (excluding marinade time)