Sweet Spicy Chicken Sticks (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, diced into 1-inch pieces
→ Bang Bang Sauce
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1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
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1 cup mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon hot sauce (or extra if you'd like it spicier)
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons honey
# Instructions:
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Cut your chicken thighs into 1-inch chunks. Try to keep the sizes the same so they cook evenly.
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Put the chicken pieces in a big bowl. Add the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix it all together so the chicken's coated well. Let it chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes for better taste.
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In a new bowl, stir together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey, hot sauce, and salt until smooth and combined. Set it aside for later.
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Take your marinated chicken and slide the pieces onto skewers. Leave little spaces between them so they cook evenly and aren't cramped.
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Turn your air fryer on and set it to 400°F (200°C).
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Lay your skewers in the air fryer basket as a single layer, making sure they don't touch each other. Cook them for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking. The chicken should hit 165°F (74°C) inside when it's done.
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When the chicken is cooked, add more of the Bang Bang sauce onto the skewers for extra flavor.
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Serve warm. You can top with sesame seeds or parsley if you'd like, and don't forget the extra sauce for dipping!
# Notes:
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Switch to keto-friendly options like sugar-free honey, full-fat mayonnaise, and low-carb sweet chili sauce to make this work for keto diets.