Description
These Bang Bang Chicken Skewers feature tender, juicy chicken cubes grilled to perfection and coated with a creamy, spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce. Perfect for summer grilling, this Asian-inspired main course offers a delightful balance of smoky, tangy, and spicy flavors, making it an irresistible dish to serve at gatherings or as a flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Skewers
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes)
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat and Season Chicken: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. In a large bowl, toss the cubed chicken evenly with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to fully coat each piece with flavor.
- Prepare Skewers: Thread the seasoned chicken cubes onto the soaked wooden or metal skewers, distributing the pieces evenly for consistent cooking.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking and achieve light char marks. The chicken should be thoroughly cooked and juicy.
- Mix Bang Bang Sauce: While the chicken is grilling, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Coat and Serve: After grilling, brush the chicken skewers generously with the Bang Bang sauce or drizzle the sauce over the top. Serve with extra sauce on the side for dipping and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter sauce option, substitute half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt to reduce fat while maintaining creaminess.
- These skewers pair wonderfully when served over steamed rice or with a fresh, crunchy slaw.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the sauce to control the spice level according to your preference.
