Bang Bang Skewers (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken Skewers
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2 tablespoons hot honey or plain honey, optional
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0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
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0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1.5 to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 inch pieces
→ Bang Bang Sauce
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0.25 cup Sriracha sauce, adjust if you like it more or less spicy
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0.67 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
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2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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1 cup mayonnaise
# Steps to Follow:
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Put the hot cooked skewers on a serving plate. Brush on the rest of the Bang Bang sauce and add more hot honey if you're craving some extra kick. Eat right away while they're still warm.
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Set your air fryer to 400°F (204°C) and lay the skewers inside in a single layer. Let them cook for about 10 to 12 minutes. Flip them once about halfway and pull them out when they're golden and their inside hits 165°F (74°C).
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Crank your grill to medium-high. Cook the skewers for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping every now and then, till the chicken gets caramelized and hot all the way through (165°F/74°C inside). Keep slathering on more sauce as they cook.
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Lay the skewers flat on your baking pan. Slather half of that Bang Bang sauce right over the chicken so every bit gets covered.
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Whip together your mayo, lime juice, chili sauce, and Sriracha in a medium bowl until it's all blended and smooth. Scoop half into a bowl for dipping later. The other half is for basting the chicken as it cooks.
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Sink your wooden skewers in water for at least 15 minutes so they won't burn. Then thread the marinated chicken pieces on, filling each stick about 2/3 of the way.
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Dump the chicken pieces in a big bowl. Pour in the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, cayenne, salt, and honey. Give it all a good toss by hand so every chunk gets a nice coating.
# Additional Tips:
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If you're not into thighs, chicken breast will work too.
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Dial back on Sriracha, skip the hot honey and cayenne if you want things milder.
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When reheating, toss the skewers in your air fryer at 350°F (177°C) for a few minutes till they're just hot.
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Store extra skewers in a tightly closed container in your fridge for up to 4 days.