Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Bright, spicy, and creamy, these Bang Bang Chicken Skewers bring bold flavor and simple prep to any meal with a delicious spicy-sweet mayo-based sauce.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into cubes Boneless skinless chicken breast can be used.
- pieces skewers Soak wooden skewers in water for 20-30 minutes before grilling.
For the Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise For a lighter option, use light mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt.
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce Can substitute with a sweet chili glaze or a mix of honey and rice vinegar.
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce Adjust according to taste, can swap for sambal oelek or gochujang.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh grated garlic can be used; about 1 small clove.
- 1 teaspoon paprika Smoked paprika provides a deeper flavor.
- Salt and pepper to taste
To Serve
- Extra bang bang sauce on the side (from the sauce above)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Thread the chicken breast cubes onto skewers, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grill grates.
Cooking
- Grill the skewers for about 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through.
- During the last few minutes of cooking, brush the skewers with bang bang sauce to warm it and ensure it sticks.
Serving
- Remove skewers from the grill and serve immediately with extra bang bang sauce on the side.
Notes
For a lighter sauce, substitute with Greek yogurt. Adjust heat levels of the sauce to taste.