Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Sailor Bailey

Here’s the full, detailed recipe for Bang Bang Chicken Skewers by Sailor Bailey—grilled or air-fried chicken skewers slathered with a creamy, sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce. Ready in about 35 minutes and serves 6.Sailor Bailey

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Sailor Bailey’s Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

⏱ Prep & Cook Time

• Prep: ~15 minutes

• Cook: ~20 minutes

• Total: ~35 minutes

• Servings: 6Sailor Bailey

Equipment Needed

• Grill or air fryer

• Wooden skewers (soak in water beforehand to prevent burning)Sailor Bailey

• Baking sheet (for raw skewers, if baking or prepping)

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Ingredients

For the Skewers

• 1½–2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into ~1″ cubes (you can use breasts if preferred)

• 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 (optional—for added sweetness & caramelization)Sailor Bailey

For the Bang Bang Sauce

• 1 cup mayonnaise (you can add more as needed)

• ⅔ cup Thai sweet chili sauce

• ¼ cup Sriracha, adjust for preferred heat level

• 2 Tbsp fresh lime juiceSailor Bailey

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Instructions

1. Season the Chicken

• In a large bowl, toss the cubed chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, cayenne, salt, and hot honey (if using), ensuring even coating.Sailor Bailey

2. Assemble Skewers & Make Sauce

• Thread the chicken onto wooden skewers, filling about ½–¾ of each skewer.Sailor Bailey

• In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and lime juice until smooth—this becomes your bang bang sauce.Sailor Bailey

• Divide the sauce: Use half for coating prior to cooking, and reserve the rest for glazing and serving after cooking.Sailor Bailey

3. Cook the Skewers

If using a Grill:

• Preheat to medium-high heat.

• Place the skewers on the grill, brushing them with the sauce as they cook.

• Grill for 15–20 minutes total, turning often, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 °F and becomes caramelized. Continue brushing with the sauce during cooking.Sailor Bailey

If using an Air Fryer:

• Preheat to 400 °F.

• Arrange skewers in a single layer (you may need multiple batches depending on air fryer size).

• Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Ensure chicken is cooked through (165 °F internal temperature).Sailor Bailey

4. Finish & Serve

• Transfer cooked skewers to a plate.

• Brush or drizzle with the reserved bang bang sauce and an extra drizzle of hot honey if desired. Serve immediately for best flavor.Sailor Bailey

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Tips & FAQs

• Spice Level: To make it milder, skip cayenne and hot honey, and use less Sriracha.Sailor Bailey

• Skewer Prep: Always soak wooden skewers before using to avoid burning.Sailor Bailey

• Make-Ahead & Storage: Store leftover skewers (and sauce separately) in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Reheat in the air fryer, oven, or skillet, and brush with sauce again to retain moisture.Sailor Bailey

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