Bang Bang Chicken Skewers (Printable)

Tender grilled chicken tossed in spicy, creamy Bang Bang sauce for a flavorful Asian-inspired dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1 inch cubes
02 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
03 - 1 tsp garlic powder
04 - 1 tsp soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
05 - 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
06 - 0.5 tsp salt

→ Bang Bang Sauce

07 - ⅓ cup mayonnaise
08 - 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
09 - 1 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
10 - 1 tbsp honey
11 - 1 tsp rice vinegar

→ Garnishes

12 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds
13 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
14 - Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Toss chicken cubes with vegetable oil, garlic powder, soy sauce, black pepper, and salt. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes or up to 2 hours refrigerated.
02 - Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes beforehand to prevent burning.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
04 - Grill chicken skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
05 - While chicken cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar in a bowl until smooth.
06 - Transfer cooked skewers to a plate. Brush liberally with Bang Bang sauce or drizzle over the top.
07 - Sprinkle with sesame seeds, scallions, and cilantro if using. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The sauce strikes that perfect balance where heat meets honey, making it impossible to eat just one skewer
  • Everything comes together in under 30 minutes, yet tastes like you spent all day planning it
02 -
  • Dont skip the marinating time, even 10 minutes makes a noticeable difference in flavor
  • The sauce thickens as it sits, so whisk in a teaspoon of water if needed before brushing
03 -
  • Metal skewers conduct heat and cook chicken from the inside out, reducing total grill time
  • Keep the sauce on the side if transporting to a picnic so the skewers stay crisp

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