If you love takeout-style chicken but want something lighter and homemade, this Bang Bang Chicken is your answer. It’s saucy, crispy, and ready before your food delivery would even arrive.
If you love recipes that balance spicy, creamy, and crispy all in one bite, then this Bang Bang Chicken Skewers is one to bookmark. It’s coated in a sweet-chilli mayo sauce that’s bold and comforting at the same time, and the airfryer does all the work to give you that perfect crunch without any deep frying.
This recipe will fit almost any mood; quick dinner, weekend snack, or party appetizer. If you enjoy dishes like Honey Chilli Potatoes or Air Fryer Chicken Wings, you’ll love how easily this one comes together with just a handful of pantry staples and minimal cleanup.
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Bang Bang Chicken Skewers Ingredients
- Chicken: Boneless chicken thighs work best as they stay juicy in the airfryer.
- Sauce Mix: A creamy blend of mayonnaise, chilli sauce, sweet chilli sauce, and soy sauce gives that signature bang bang flavor.
- Aromatics & Seasoning: Garlic, salt, pepper, and Kashmiri chilli powder add depth and color to the marinade.
- Oil: A light brush of oil helps the chicken crisp when air frying.
- Toppings: White sesame seeds and chopped spring onion greens add crunch and freshness.
- Skewers: Optional but handy if you want an easy-to-handle presentation.
Richa’s Top Tips
- Get the sauce right: The bang bang flavor depends on the balance of creamy, spicy, and sweet. Taste and tweak before using; every brand of chilli sauce hits differently.
- Airfry in two rounds: First to cook the chicken, and again after brushing with sauce. This double-cook method gives that glossy, caramelized finish, and depth of flavor.
- Keep pieces even – Uniformly sized chicken pieces cook evenly, so you don’t end up with a mix of dry edges and raw centers.
- Brush, don’t dunk: Instead of tossing all the sauce in one go, brush it lightly while airfrying. It helps the flavor stick without making the chicken soggy.
- Try my homemade mayo: My homemade boiled egg mayo is made with just three ingredients and is wayyy lighter and healthier than store-bought ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Just pan-fry or grill the chicken on medium heat till it’s golden and cooked through. You’ll still get that sticky, flavorful finish when you brush on the sauce.
You can, but chicken breast tends to dry out faster. If you’re using it, marinate it for a bit longer and brush with extra sauce during cooking to keep it juicy.
It has a mild-to-medium kick depending on the sauces you use. If you like things hotter, add a dash of sriracha or extra chilli sauce to the mix.
You can marinate the chicken a few hours in advance and store it in the fridge. Air fry fresh right before serving for the best texture.
Compared to the deep-fried version, yes! Airfrying uses far less oil and keeps the chicken tender while giving it that crisp edge.
Storage Tips
- Fridge: Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the airfryer at 180°C for 3–4 minutes to bring back the crispness.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken pieces in a ziplock bag or airtight box for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Sauce: The bang bang sauce keeps well in the fridge for up to a week. Store it separately and brush it over freshly reheated chicken before serving.
Serving Ideas
Bang Bang Chicken is delicious on its own, but it gets even better with the right sides. Try one of these easy pairings for a meal that feels complete and restaurant-worthy:
- With Garlic Fried Rice: A quick, fragrant side that soaks up all that sweet-spicy sauce beautifully.
- With Hakka Noodles: Soft noodles tossed in soy and veggies pair perfectly with the crispy chicken.
- With Stir-Fried Veggies: Toss together bell peppers, mushrooms, and bok choy for a crunchy, colorful, and wholesome plate.
- With Cucumber Salad: The cool crunch balances the heat and creaminess of the chicken.
- With Sweet Corn Soup: A cozy starter that complements the spice of this dish.
- Pair with Iced Apple Tea or Virgin Mojito: Light, refreshing drinks that cut through the richness.
Customisation Ideas
- Try it with shrimp or tofu: The bang bang sauce tastes amazing on both. Just adjust the air frying time, shrimp cook faster, tofu a bit slower.
- Add crunch: Toss in some chopped roasted peanuts or sesame seeds before serving for extra texture.
- Play with the spice: Use sriracha for more heat or tone it down with extra mayo if you prefer it milder.
- Go fusion: Use the chicken as a filling for wraps, sliders, or even tacos, the sauce pairs beautifully with lettuce and pickled onions.
Crispy, spicy, and just the right amount of saucy, this Bang Bang Chicken proves that great flavor doesn’t need deep frying or fancy prep. It’s quick enough for weeknights and fun enough for weekends, especially when you’re cooking for friends.
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Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Equipment
Ingredients
sauce mix
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoon chilli sauce
- 2 tablespoons sweet chilli sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
other
- 450 grams chicken thighs cut into ¾ inch wide x 1 ¼ inch long pieces
- 1 tablespoon grated garlic
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon crushed pepper
- 1 tablespoon kashmiri chilli powder
- 4-5 skewers
- 1-2 teaspoons cooking oil for brushing
- 1 ½ teaspoons white sesame seeds
- 1-2 tablespoons finely chopped spring onion greens
Instructions
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Take all the ingredients for the sauce mix in a bowl, mix well & set aside.3 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 tablespoon chilli sauce, 2 tablespoons sweet chilli sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce
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Add chicken to a bowl. Add garlic, salt, pepper & chilli powder, 2 tablespoons of sauce mix and mix well to marinate the chicken. Set aside for 25-30 minutes.450 grams chicken thighs, 1 tablespoon grated garlic, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon crushed pepper, 1 tablespoon kashmiri chilli powder
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Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers. Make 3-4 skewers.4-5 skewers
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Pre-heat the airfryer to 200C and brush the basket with oil. Place the chicken skewers on the basket with some gap in between, spray or drizzle oil and air fry at 200C for 3 minutes until they are cooked through. brush with sauce mix & air fry at 200C for 2 minutes, flip the skewers, brush with sauce mix and air fry at 200C for 2-3 minutes until they are slightly browned around the edges.1-2 teaspoons cooking oil for brushing
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Garnish with sesame seeds & spring onion greens.1 ½ teaspoons white sesame seeds, 1-2 tablespoons finely chopped spring onion greens
Nutrition
This article was researched and written by Harita Odedra.
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