Description
Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are a flavorful and spicy grilled dish made with marinated chicken breast cubes, served with a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet Bang Bang sauce. Perfect for a quick and tasty meal, these skewers offer a delicious combination of smoky grilled chicken and a zesty dipping sauce, garnished with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds for extra texture and flavor.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha (or more, to taste)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Additional Ingredients
- Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for grilling
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the chicken cubes with soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure all the chicken pieces are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours to enhance flavor infusion.
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes if using. Cover and refrigerate the sauce until ready to serve.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the soaked bamboo skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece to ensure even cooking.
- Preheat and Oil the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat. Once hot, oil the grill grates lightly with vegetable oil to prevent the chicken from sticking.
- Grill the Chicken Skewers: Brush the chicken skewers lightly with vegetable oil and place them on the grill. Cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice charred exterior. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) to guarantee safety.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove the skewers from the grill and serve hot with the chilled Bang Bang sauce on the side. Garnish with chopped green onions and optional sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
- Ensure chicken pieces are cut uniformly to cook evenly on the skewers.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness for food safety.
- The Bang Bang sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
