why make this recipe
This recipe gives you spicy, creamy chicken on skewers. It cooks fast and feeds a small group. You get bold flavor with simple steps. If you want a bowl version to try later, see a related recipe here: Bang Bang Chicken Bowl recipe.
introduction
Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are juicy pieces of chicken on sticks with a creamy, sweet, and spicy sauce. You can grill them or broil them. They work as a snack, a main dish, or at parties. The sauce mixes fast and tastes bright from lime.
why make this recipe
This dish uses few ingredients and little time. It is easy to change the heat and serve many ways. Kids and adults like the sweet chili and mayo mix. You can cook it on a grill, stove, or oven.
how to make Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Make the sauce first, toss some chicken in it, then grill the skewers. Keep the rest of the sauce for dipping. For another quick chicken idea, try a different baked cream cheese chicken recipe here: Baked cream cheese chicken variation.
Ingredients :
1 pound chicken breast, cut into cubes
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for heat preference)
1 tablespoon lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
Directions :
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the bang bang sauce.
- Toss the chicken cubes in half of the bang bang sauce.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the chicken onto skewers.
- Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until fully cooked.
- Serve warm with the remaining bang bang sauce for dipping.
how to serve Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Serve them warm with rice, salad, or steamed vegetables. Use the extra sauce for dipping. You can also slice the cooked chicken and add it to a wrap or taco.
how to store Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Cool the chicken to room temperature. Put in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or on the grill. Do not leave at room temperature for more than two hours.
tips to make Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
- Cut chicken into even pieces so they cook at the same time.
- Marinate for 15–30 minutes for more flavor, but you can cook right away.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to stop burning.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for 165°F (74°C).
For more baking tips and ideas, you can read this garlic parmesan chicken guide: Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken tips.
variation (if any)
- Use shrimp or tofu instead of chicken.
- Swap mayo for Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce.
- Add crushed peanuts or green onions on top for crunch.
FAQs
Q: Can I bake these instead of grilling?
A: Yes. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, turning once.
Q: How spicy will these be?
A: The heat comes from sriracha. Use less if you want mild, or more for extra heat.
Q: Can I make the sauce ahead?
A: Yes. Make the sauce and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Q: Do I need to marinate the chicken?
A: No. Marinating helps flavor, but you can cook right after tossing in the sauce.
Conclusion
For another take on this dish, see the Bang Bang Chicken Skewers recipe on I Am Homesteader: I Am Homesteader Bang Bang Chicken Skewers.
You can compare different versions at Sailor Bailey’s blog for extra ideas: Sailor Bailey Bang Bang Chicken Skewers.
Find a clear step-by-step guide and photos at Cooked and Loved: Bang Bang Chicken Skewers Recipe on Cooked and Loved.
Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Ingredients
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust for heat preference
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- to taste salt and pepper
For the Chicken Skewers
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into cubes
- as needed skewers soaked in water if wooden
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the bang bang sauce.
- Toss the chicken cubes in half of the bang bang sauce.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the chicken onto skewers.
Cooking
- Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until fully cooked.
Serving
- Serve warm with the remaining bang bang sauce for dipping.
