Bang Bang Chicken Skewers (Print Version)
Tender grilled chicken cubes coated in a sweet and spicy creamy sauce, finished with sesame seeds and fresh herbs.
# 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 - ½ tsp ground black pepper
06 - ½ 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 Steps:
01 - In a bowl, toss chicken cubes with vegetable oil, garlic powder, soy sauce, black pepper, and salt. 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 to prevent burning.
03 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
04 - Grill chicken skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
05 - While the chicken cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar in a bowl to make Bang Bang sauce.
06 - Once cooked, transfer the 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 hits that perfect sweet heat spot that makes everyone reach for just one more
- They come together in under 30 minutes but taste like you worked way harder
02 -
- Overcrowding the grill drops the temperature and gives you steamed rubbery chicken instead of charred perfection
- Let the skewers rest for just 2 minutes after saucing so the sauce has a chance to warm through and cling
03 -
- Room temperature chicken grills more evenly than cold straight from the fridge
- The sauce thickens as it sits so thin with a teaspoon of water if needed