Bang Bang Chicken Skewers | Spicy-Sweet Grill Sensation
Tender, juicy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers grilled to perfection and brushed with a creamy, sweet, and spicy Bang Bang sauce. This easy recipe delivers bold flavor and is perfect for summer grilling, casual dinners, or game day appetizers. Quick to prep and endlessly customizable, these skewers will be your new go-to!
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb boneless chicken breast cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp each garlic powder smoked paprika, salt, pepper
- Bang Bang Sauce: ¾ cup mayo ½ cup Thai sweet chili, 2 tbsp Sriracha, 2 tbsp honey, juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Toss cubed chicken in oil & spices.
- Soak Skewers: Prevent burning by soaking wood skewers for at least 30 minutes.
- Thread Skewers: Leave space between cubes.
- Prepare Sauce: Mix mayo, sweet chili, honey, Sriracha, lime—reserve some to brush later.
- Grill: Medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side, until 165°F internal.
- Glaze & Finish: Brush on reserved sauce and grill 1 minute per side for caramelized sheen.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro, scallions, or sesame seeds
Notes
Secret Tips for Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
- Use Chicken Thighs for Ultimate Juiciness: While chicken breasts work great, boneless skinless chicken thighs will give you juicier, more flavorful skewers. They also hold up better to the intense heat of grilling.
- Marinate Longer for Deeper Flavor: If you have the time, marinate the chicken overnight in the fridge. This allows the flavors of the marinade to really penetrate the meat, making each bite of your Bang Bang Chicken Skewers even more flavorful.
- Double the Sauce: Make a double batch of the Bang Bang sauce. It stores well in the fridge for a week and works wonders on sandwiches, burgers, wraps, and even as a dip for fresh veggies.
- Add a Honey Glaze for Extra Shine: For a beautiful, glossy finish, brush the skewers with a light glaze of honey and a splash of lime juice during the last few minutes of grilling. This adds a subtle sweet note and extra caramelization.
- Use Indirect Heat to Prevent Burning: To avoid burning the sauce or charring the chicken too quickly, grill the skewers over medium indirect heat, moving them to direct heat only for the final few minutes to get those gorgeous grill marks.
- Soak Bamboo Skewers Properly: Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before threading the chicken. This prevents them from burning on the grill and keeps your skewers intact.
- Add Fresh Herbs After Grilling: Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro or green onions on the finished skewers. The bright herbaceous note adds a fresh contrast to the creamy, rich sauce.
- Play with Heat Levels: You can fine-tune the heat in your Bang Bang sauce by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or extra Sriracha if you like it extra spicy. For a milder version, start with just 1 teaspoon of Sriracha.
- Rest Before Serving: After grilling, let the Bang Bang Chicken Skewers rest for 2–3 minutes before serving. This helps the juices redistribute and gives the sauce a chance to meld with the grilled flavor.
- Pair With Something Crisp: Serve your skewers with something crisp and refreshing, like a cucumber salad or pickled veggies. This balances out the richness of the sauce and keeps the meal light.