Bang Bang Chicken Skewers (Printable)
Tender grilled chicken pieces coated in a savory Asian marinade and finished with a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight meals or weekend gatherings.
# What You’ll Need:
→ For the Chicken Skewers
01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
03 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
04 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
07 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
08 - 8 bamboo or metal skewers
→ For the Bang Bang Sauce
09 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
10 - 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
11 - 1 tbsp Sriracha or other hot sauce (adjust to taste)
12 - 1 tsp honey
13 - 1/2 tsp lime juice
→ For Garnish
14 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds
15 - 1 spring onion, thinly sliced
# How-to Steps:
01 - In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss well to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for extra flavor).
02 - Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes if using, to prevent burning during grilling.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth. Set aside until ready to serve.
04 - Thread the marinated chicken pieces evenly onto the skewers, leaving a small space between pieces for even cooking.
05 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and nicely charred.
06 - Transfer skewers to a serving platter. Drizzle generously with Bang Bang sauce, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions. Serve immediately with extra sauce on the side if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The sauce comes together in literally one minute and keeps for weeks
- These skewers disappear faster than anything else on the grill menu
02 -
- Letting chicken rest on the skewers for 3 minutes after grilling keeps them incredibly juicy
- The sauce tastes even better if you make it an hour ahead and let flavors meld
03 -
- Double the sauce and keep it in the fridge for quick lunches all week
- Metal skewers cook chicken faster than bamboo, adjust timing accordingly