Name: Bang Bang Chicken Skewers for the Table
Yield: 4

Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are packed with flavor from the evenly seasoned chicken and the irresistible Bang Bang sauce!

author’s note

These Skewers Are Bringing the Bang!

I can’t get enough of this Bang Bang Chicken, my whole family absolutely loves it, and it’s so quick and straightforward to make. Everything flows so well: start the rice, prep the chicken while it cooks, and whip up the sauce and salad while you wait.

When I had a bunch of chicken thighs to use up and a craving for bang bang chicken, I combined my baked chicken bites method with my classic bang bang recipe to create these skewers.

The flavors are similar, but skewers make it extra fun (because who doesn’t love food on a stick?).

The meat is prepped with spices, oil, and cornstarch to make the recipe.

Ingredients

Here’s what you need to make Bang Bang Chicken Skewers:

Ingredient	Tips & Swaps
Chicken Thighs	Do not swap for breasts. They dry out and burn quickly under the broiler.
Cornstarch	Do not skip. It helps create a light crisp on the outside.
Sweet Chili Sauce	Add sriracha if you want more heat.
Mayo	Use full-fat for best flavor. It is satisfying to using Hellman’s for a high quality brand.
Soy Sauce	Coconut aminos can work, but the sauce will be slightly sweeter.

All the ingredients for coconut rice are prepped, and the rice is cooked in one pot to pair with the Bang Bang Chicken Skewers.

Tips For Making Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

Preparing Chicken: Trim excess fat and cut the chicken into even pieces to make sure it cooks evenly.
Heat the Broiler Fully: Let the broiler heat completely before cooking.
Space Skewers Apart: Avoid overcrowding on the pan so the chicken cooks just right.
Check the Temperature: A meat thermometer ensures the chicken reaches 160°F.
Rest After Broiling: Let the skewers sit for a couple of minutes after cooking to lock in juices before serving.
Add Sauce Just Before Serving: Drizzle or brush on the sauce just before eating.

Featured Comment

“This was super straightforward and also so satisfying!! I surprised my husband with this dish and he called me a superhero.”
– Tricia

Chicken is prepped, threaded onto skewers, and cooked to perfection for these Bang Bang Chicken Skewers.

the cook’s Recipe Tips

My Fave Ways To Serve Bang Bang Chicken Skewers!

Rice Bowl: Add chicken to plain or coconut rice with a cucumber salad.
Salad Bowls: Add sauce coated chicken to greens with cucumbers and carrots.
Lettuce Wraps: Wrap rice, chicken, and cucumber salad in lettuce leaves with sauce for dipping.
Different Grain: Swap plain rice for quinoa or farro.
Pickled Veggies: Add quick-pickled onions or carrots on the side.

Whisk the satisfying sauce together in a bowl.

Storage

Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are best fresh from the oven but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in an air fryer for the best texture. Store sauce separately.