Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

These Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are seasoned with a tantalizing chipotle mix and slathered with a sweet and spicy homemade Bang Bang sauce before being air-fried to mouthwatering perfection. I often apply additional Bang Bang sauce just before serving! Don’t own an air fryer? That’s totally fine! You can also bake these skewers in the oven or grill them; there are plenty of ways to enjoy this delicious dish. Once you experience the flavor of these chicken skewers, you’ll want to check out my Bang Bang Chicken Tenders, which are fried to crispy perfection!

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• Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
• Ingredients & Substitutions
• How To Use Wooden Or Metal Skewers In Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
• Can You Assemble Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers Ahead Of Time?
• Can You Make Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Without Skewers?
• How To Store & Reheat Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
• Recipe Summary
• Prep Time
• Cook Time
• Total Time
• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Notes
• Nutrition
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Ingredients & Substitutions

• Chicken: I personally favor using chicken breasts for these skewers, although chicken thighs are an excellent alternative. Make sure to cut the chicken into uniform pieces to ensure they cook evenly. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
• Seasonings: The chicken is generously coated with a delightful combination of chipotle powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper, plus a splash of lime juice and olive oil. The chipotle powder is a star in this recipe, imparting a delicious smoky flavor!
• Bang Bang Sauce: For maximum flavor in your Bang Bang sauce, I highly recommend making it from scratch! It consists of just four ingredients—mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey! It’s super easy and enhances any recipe calling for bang bang sauce. Plus, you can adjust the intensity to your liking, making it as spicy or mild as you prefer. Store-bought sauce is an option too, if that’s what you have available.

How To Use Wooden Or Metal Skewers In Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

Both wooden and metal skewers are suitable for crafting these Bang Bang Chicken Skewers, even in the air fryer. If you opt for wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from catching fire. For metal skewers, just ensure they fit comfortably in the air fryer basket. If your wooden skewers are too long, simply snap them in half to fit!

Can You Assemble Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers Ahead Of Time?

Absolutely, you can prepare the chicken skewers and the Bang Bang sauce ahead of time. After assembling (but before applying the sauce), refrigerate the skewers for 2-3 days or freeze them for up to three months. To freeze, wrap the skewers tightly and defrost them in the refrigerator overnight before cooking. The Bang Bang sauce can be prepped and stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. When you’re ready to cook, just brush the skewers with the sauce and follow the cooking instructions.

Can You Make Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Without Skewers?

Yes! If you don’t have skewers, you can turn this recipe into bang-bang chicken bites. Just follow the same seasoning and cooking method, arranging the chicken pieces directly on a baking sheet, air fryer basket, or grill. If using the oven or the grill, cook the seasoned chicken first and then brush it with the Bang Bang sauce after cooking to prevent burning or drying out the sauce. Ensure the chicken is placed evenly on the cooking surface and flip it halfway through for even cooking.

How To Store & Reheat Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

To Store: After the chicken skewers have cooled, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. I prefer to remove the chicken from the skewers as they make a fantastic addition to salads! Store any leftover Bang Bang sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

To Reheat: You can reheat leftover chicken skewers in the oven (set to 350°F), air fryer (at 350°F), microwave, or on the grill.

Recipe Summary

Make these mouthwatering Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers and enjoy the delightful combination of chipotle seasoning and sweet, spicy Bang Bang sauce!

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

11 mins

Total Time

21 mins

Ingredients

1. Chicken

• 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

1. Bang Bang Sauce

• 1 ¼ cups mayonnaise
• ⅔ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
• 2 teaspoons Sriracha (or more to taste)
• 2 tablespoons honey

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed chicken breasts, olive oil, lime juice, chipotle powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the chicken thoroughly.
2. One skewer at a time, thread 4-5 chicken cubes onto each skewer.
3. In a separate small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until well combined. This will yield about 1 ¾ cups of Bang Bang sauce.
4. Set half of the sauce in another bowl for use later after cooking. Brush the remaining sauce over the raw chicken skewers.
5. Place the skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer (you might need to do this in batches depending on your air fryer size).
6. Air fry at 400°F for 11-12 minutes, flipping halfway through. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
7. Move the cooked skewers to a plate and drizzle or brush the reserved Bang Bang sauce over the top. Serve hot.

Notes

Oven & Grilling Instructions

To Bake In The Oven:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Assemble the chicken onto the skewers and arrange them on the lined baking sheet. Do not apply Bang Bang sauce until after baking.
3. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, or until the chicken hits an internal temperature of 165°F.
4. Remove from the oven and brush with Bang Bang sauce before serving.

To Grill:

1. Thread the seasoned chicken onto skewers. Wait until grilling is complete to apply the Bang Bang sauce.
2. Grill over medium-high heat, 8-10 minutes on each side, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
3. After grilling, brush with Bang Bang sauce.

Nutrition

• Serving: 1 chicken skewer
• Calories: 331 kcal
• Course: Appetizer
• Keyword: Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
• Servings: 12 chicken skewers

This Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers recipe is sure to elevate your next meal or get-together with its amazing flavor—enjoy!

 

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