Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

Name: Bang Bang Chicken Skewers (Air Fryer)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp garlic salt; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 cup Japanese mayonnaise; 3 tbsp sweet chili sauce

Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are crispy air-fried chicken pieces coated in warm spices and finished with a tangy, creamy sweet chili mayo sauce. They're a quick, crowd-pleasing appetizer or main that comes together in under 20 minutes.

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🌍American 🏷️Bang bang chicken 🏷️Chicken skewers 🏷️Air fryer recipe 🏷️Easy recipe

🏷️Weeknight dinner

🏷️Appetizer

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Total

30 min

Servings

3

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$19–$31

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Ingredients

2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic salt
1/2 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup Japanese mayonnaise
3 tbsp sweet chili sauce

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Instructions

1
Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
2
Add garlic powder, black pepper, chili powder, garlic salt, and onion powder to the chicken.
3
Drizzle with olive oil and toss until the chicken is evenly coated with the spices.
4
Thread the seasoned chicken pieces onto skewers.
5
Place the skewers in an air fryer basket.
6
Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes.
7
After 10 minutes, flip the skewers and air fry for another 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
8
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce by mixing together the Japanese mayonnaise and sweet chili sauce in a small bowl until well combined.
9
Once the chicken is cooked, remove the skewers from the air fryer and place them on a plate.
10
Drizzle or brush the bang bang sauce over the hot chicken skewers.
11
Serve immediately and enjoy.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cut chicken breasts into uniform bite-sized pieces so they cook evenly; uneven sizes lead to dry or undercooked spots.
Don't skip the oil—toss the seasoned chicken lightly with olive oil before air frying to ensure even browning and crispness.
Shake the basket or stir halfway through cooking for maximum air circulation and golden results on all sides.
Mix the sweet chili mayo sauce while the chicken cooks so it's ready to coat immediately after frying—warm chicken absorbs the sauce better.

Substitutions

Japanese mayonnaise → regular mayonnaise (slightly less umami, but works fine)
Sweet chili sauce → sriracha or hot sauce (adjusts heat level; reduce quantity and add honey if too spicy)
Olive oil → neutral oil like avocado or vegetable oil (same result)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled skewers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes. Sauce can be stored separately for up to 5 days.