Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

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Bang Bang Chicken Skewers feature juicy chicken and a rich, flavorful Bang Bang sauce you’ll love!

Prep Time20

Cook Time12

Total Time32

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

Servings: servings

Author: Chelsea Lords

Cost: $17.83

Equipment

Large sheet pan plus foil
Metal skewers or wood (but soak them in water first)

Ingredients

Chicken

1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon olive oil

Sauce

1/4 cup mayo
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon soy sauce

For Serving

1 batch coconut rice or plain rice
Cucumber-avocado salad see note 1
1 lime optional

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Instructions

Start with the rice. Follow directions for coconut rice or plain rice.

Chicken

Adjust the oven rack to 6 inches below the broiler. Preheat the broiler to high. Line a sheet pan with foil. Trim excess fat from the chicken and cut it into 1-inch pieces. Pat dry with paper towels.
In a large bowl, combine chicken, paprika, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, pepper, and cornstarch. Toss with tongs to coat evenly. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and toss again to coat.
Thread chicken onto skewers and space them apart on the prepared sheet pan. Broil for 12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160°F and is golden brown. Remove from the oven, taste, and add a pinch of salt if needed.

Toppings

Sauce: Whisk together mayo, sweet chili sauce, garlic powder, and soy sauce in a small bowl until smooth.
Salad: If desired, whip together cucumber-avocado salad found in note 1.
Divide the cooked rice evenly among 4 bowls. Top each bowl with chicken skewers and cucumber salad (if using). Drizzle or brush sauce over the chicken and serve promptly.

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Notes

Note 1: A fresh cucumber-avocado salad takes this dish to the next level! If you don't want to make a whole separate salad, try this: Toss together 1 ripe diced avocado with 1-1/4 cup diced English cucumber. Drizzle in a touch of honey, olive oil, and lime juice plus a pinch of salt and pepper.

Storage: Cooked chicken is best fresh but keeps in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer. Keep the sauce in the fridge for 5 days and stir before using.

Nutrition: Calories are calculated for the chicken and Bang Bang sauce only, as the rice and toppings will vary.

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