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Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

Juicy grilled chicken skewers coated in creamy, sweet-heat bang bang sauce. Perfect for weeknights, BBQs, or appetizers.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 375

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1 to 1.5-inch chunks
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder optional
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise or use 1/4 cup mayo plus 1/4 cup Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onions optional garnish
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds optional garnish

Equipment

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Small mixing bowl
  • 8-10 skewers (wooden or metal)
  • Basting brush

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken into even 1 to 1.5-inch chunks and pat them completely dry with paper towels. Toss the chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until every piece is well coated.
  2. Make the bang bang sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the spice or sweetness to your preference. Reserve half the sauce (about 1/4 cup) for serving and use the rest for basting.
  3. Thread the chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece for even cooking. If using wooden skewers, make sure you've soaked them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates using a paper towel dipped in oil. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and has nice char marks.
  5. During the last 2-3 minutes of grilling, brush the skewers generously with the bang bang sauce. Watch carefully as the sugars in the sauce can burn quickly. Remove from heat and let rest for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Drizzle with the reserved sauce or serve it on the side for dipping. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately while the chicken is hot and juicy.

Notes

Chicken thighs offer more flavor and moisture, while breasts are leaner. Internal temperature should reach 165°F. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in a portion of the bang bang sauce for 30 minutes before grilling. Don't overcook the chicken as it dries out quickly. Apply sauce at the end to prevent burning.