Description
These Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are a perfect mix of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. Tender chicken marinated and grilled to perfection, then coated in a creamy and tangy bang bang sauce. A crowd-pleasing appetizer or main course that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1–2 teaspoons sriracha (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Additional:
- Skewers (wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes if grilling)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Skewer the Chicken: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Grill the Skewers: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey.
- Coat the Chicken: Brush grilled skewers with the bang bang sauce or drizzle over the top.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust sriracha to control the heat level according to preference.
- Skewers can also be baked in a 400°F oven for 15–18 minutes, turning halfway through cooking.
- Serve with rice, salad, or as part of a party platter for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course / Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1–2 skewers
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
