Description
Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender, grilled chicken marinated in a zesty blend of spices and served with a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, these skewers are a crowd favorite with their balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Quick to prepare and customize, they’re ideal for any BBQ, family meal, or casual get-together.
Ingredients
Scale
For the chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to heat preference)
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional for extra sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge for optimal flavor. - Step 2: Prepare the Skewers
If you’re using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes to prevent burning. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, ensuring they are evenly spaced. - Step 3: Make the Bang Bang Sauce
In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Adjust the spice level by adding more sriracha if desired. Set aside. - Step 4: Grill the Skewers
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the chicken skewers on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and slightly charred on the outside. - Step 5: Serve and Drizzle
Once the chicken skewers are cooked, remove them from the grill and place them on a serving platter. Drizzle with the prepared Bang Bang sauce and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
(Note: Nutritional values may vary depending on the exact ingredients and portion sizes used.)
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 30 minutes for marinating)
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Americans
Nutrition
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
Keywords: Bang Bang Chicken Skewers Recipe