Description

Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are flavorful grilled chicken thigh pieces marinated with smoky spices and served with a creamy, spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce. Perfect for summer cookouts or quick weeknight meals, these skewers combine the boldness of sriracha and sweet chili sauce with a hint of lime for a delicious Asian-inspired dish.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Skewers

1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Wooden or metal skewers

For the Bang Bang Sauce

½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lime juice

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Instructions

Prepare the Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Thread the Chicken: Thread the seasoned chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece to ensure even cooking.
Preheat the Grill: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot and ready for cooking.
Grill the Chicken: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally to cook evenly. Grill until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and has a nice charred surface.
Make the Bang Bang Sauce: While the chicken cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
Serve: Once the chicken is cooked, brush the skewers generously with the Bang Bang sauce or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce. Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro if desired.

Notes

For extra heat, increase the sriracha in the sauce to 2 tablespoons.
You can bake the skewers in the oven at 425°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
The Bang Bang sauce is versatile and works great as a drizzle for rice bowls, salads, or other grilled dishes.