Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Enjoy bold, spicy-sweet flavors with these creamy, crispy chicken skewers. Marinated in a tangy blend of sweet chili, sriracha, and mayo, then grilled or air-fried for a perfect balance of heat, umami, and crunch.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 servings (8 skewers total)
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Grilling/Air Frying
- Cuisine: Modern Fusion
- Diet: General
Ingredients
Chicken breast
450g (1 lb), cut into 2cm cubes
Mayo
5 tbsp (full fat for richest flavor)
Sweet chili sauce
4 tbsp (available in Asian markets)
Sriracha
2 tbsp (adjust to taste)
Skewers
8 wooden (pre-soaked for at least 30 minutes) or metal
Instructions
Cut chicken breast into 2cm cubes for even cooking.
In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha to create the marinade.
Add the chicken to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Thread the chicken onto pre-soaked wooden skewers, leaving a 1cm gap between each piece for even cooking.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (200°C/400°F) or air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
Grill skewers for 5–7 minutes per side until juices run clear (internal temp 74°C/165°F) or air fry for 8–10 minutes total, shaking halfway for even browning.
Rest the skewers for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.
Serve immediately with remaining marinade as a dipping sauce.
Notes
Use a marinade injector for faster flavor penetration
Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking
Rest chicken after cooking to reduce moisture loss and enhance juiciness
For air frying, shake the basket midway for even browning
Marinate up to 4 hours for deeper flavor penetration
Add 1 tsp rice vinegar to the marinade for a balanced tanginess
Avoid overcrowding the cooking surface; grill or fry in batches for optimal crispiness
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