Bang Bang Chicken Skewers (Printable)
Grilled chicken cubes tossed in creamy, spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce with fresh herbs and toasted sesame seeds.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Chicken Skewers
01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 8 wooden or metal skewers
→ For the Bang Bang Sauce
08 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
09 - 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce, adjust to taste
11 - 1 tablespoon honey
12 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
13 - Pinch of salt
→ For Garnish
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or scallions
15 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
16 - Lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.
02 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
03 - In a large bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
04 - Thread the chicken pieces evenly onto the skewers, distributing pieces uniformly for even cooking.
05 - Grill chicken skewers for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred on the edges. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
06 - While chicken is grilling, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and salt in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
07 - Once skewers are done cooking, brush or drizzle generously with Bang Bang sauce while still hot.
08 - Garnish with chopped cilantro or scallions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately with lime wedges if desired.
# Cooking Tips:
01 -
- The sauce balances sweet heat perfectly and comes together in seconds
- These skewers disappear faster than anything else on the menu
02 -
- I once skipped the skewer soak and they caught fire within minutes
- Letting the chicken rest for a few minutes after grilling keeps it juicy
03 -
- Warm the sauce slightly before brushing for better adherence
- Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan for maximum flavor