Bang Bang Chicken Skewers (Print-Friendly Format)

Grilled or air fried chicken thighs glazed in spicy-sweet bang bang sauce, finished with a drizzle of hot honey.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 900–950 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2.5 cm cubes

→ Marinade & Seasoning

02 - 15 ml extra virgin olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
06 - 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
07 - 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
08 - 30 ml hot honey (optional)

→ Bang Bang Sauce

09 - 240 g mayonnaise
10 - 40 ml fresh lime juice
11 - 150 ml Thai sweet chili sauce
12 - 60 ml Sriracha chili sauce (adjust to preferred heat level)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken thighs, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, salt, and hot honey. Toss thoroughly to ensure the chicken is evenly coated.
02 - Immerse wooden skewers in water for at least 15 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
03 - Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the prepared skewers, filling each skewer approximately two-thirds of the way.
04 - In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, Thai sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha until the mixture is smooth and well-blended. Divide the sauce in half, reserving one portion for serving.
05 - Arrange skewers on a baking sheet. Brush with half of the Bang Bang sauce, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
06 - Grill skewers over medium-high heat for 15–20 minutes, turning frequently, until chicken is caramelized and reaches an internal temperature of 74°C. Continue brushing with remaining sauce until fully used.
07 - Place skewers in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 200°C for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and golden.
08 - Transfer cooked skewers to a plate. Drizzle or brush with reserved Bang Bang sauce and extra hot honey if desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Information:

01 - For milder flavour, omit cayenne pepper, use less Sriracha, and skip hot honey.
02 - For optimal results, let the chicken marinate for up to one hour.
03 - Boneless, skinless chicken breast may be substituted for thighs.
04 - Leftovers keep for up to 4 days refrigerated in an airtight container.
05 - Reheat skewers in the air fryer at 175°C for 3 minutes or until thoroughly warmed.

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