Bang Bang Chicken Skewers (Printer-friendly)
Grilled chicken bites glazed with a creamy, spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce, ready in under 35 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken Skewers
01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
07 - 8 wooden or metal skewers
→ Bang Bang Sauce
08 - ½ cup mayonnaise
09 - 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon honey
12 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
13 - Pinch of salt
→ Garnish
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or scallions
15 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
16 - Lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Toss chicken cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Thread the seasoned chicken pieces evenly onto the skewers.
04 - Grill chicken skewers for 5–7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred on the edges. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
05 - While chicken is grilling, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and salt in a small bowl until smooth.
06 - Brush or drizzle skewers generously with Bang Bang sauce. Garnish with chopped cilantro or scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately with lime wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The sauce transforms simple grilled chicken into something that feels restaurant fancy but comes together in minutes
- Perfect for feeding a crowd since everyone can customize their own skewer sauce levels
02 -
- Let the chicken rest for just a couple minutes after grilling before saucing so the juices redistribute
- The sauce thickens as it sits, so make it just before serving or thin it with a teaspoon of water if needed
03 -
- Cut your chicken into uniform pieces so everything finishes cooking at the same time
- Double the sauce recipe and serve extra on the side because everyone wants more