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Sophie Bennett

Easy Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken Recipe

Crispy air fryer chicken skewers brushed with creamy spicy bang bang sauce for an easy appetizer or quick dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast cut into cubes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Wooden or metal skewers
Bang Bang Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 –2 teaspoons hot sauce to taste
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Thread chicken onto skewers evenly.
  4. Cook in air fryer for 12–15 minutes, turning halfway through, until fully cooked.
  5. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, hot sauce, and honey to make bang bang sauce.
  6. Brush cooked chicken skewers generously with sauce before serving.
  7. Serve warm as an appetizer or main dish.

Notes

Do not add sauce before air frying or it may burn. Avoid overcrowding skewers or chicken will steam instead of crisp. Reheat in air fryer for best texture.