Bang Bang Chicken Skewers (Printable Version)
Juicy grilled chicken with sweet-spicy marinade, topped with creamy bang bang sauce for an impressive appetizer or main dish.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Chicken Marinade
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1 ½ pounds (680g) chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
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3 tablespoons soy sauce
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2 tablespoons sriracha
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
→ For the Bang Bang Sauce
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½ cup mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
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1 tablespoon sriracha
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1 tablespoon honey (optional)
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½ teaspoon lime juice
→ Optional Garnishes
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Fresh parsley or cilantro
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Sesame seeds
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Lime wedges
# Steps:
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In a large bowl, mix soy sauce, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and pepper. Add chicken chunks and toss well. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
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Soak bamboo skewers in water (if using). Thread marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, spacing them out slightly.
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In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey (optional), and lime juice until smooth. Set aside.
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Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates.
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Place skewers on the grill and cook for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally. Baste with bang bang sauce during the last few minutes.
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Transfer skewers to a serving plate, drizzle with more bang bang sauce, garnish with sesame seeds, parsley or cilantro.
# Notes:
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These skewers can also be cooked in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for approximately 15-18 minutes.