Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout
Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout. Tired of soggy takeout chicken? Make these crispy, juicy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers at home in just 20 minutes. After making this recipe dozens of times, I discovered the trick to keeping the chicken crispy: high heat and no overcrowding on the grill. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try these Amish Cinnamon Flop for dessert and Serve with Garlic Parmesan Focaccia.
Why This Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy chicken with a sweet and spicy kick
- Easy to make and better than takeout
- Perfect for summer cookouts or meal prepping
What You'll Need for Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Sriracha
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 12 wooden skewers
- Sriracha
- Honey
- Soy sauce
- Rice vinegar
- Cornstarch
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Optional: Green onions
- Optional: Sesame seeds
- Optional: Lime wedges
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: Cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Sriracha: Adjust to taste for heat level.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Meat Thermometer — Ensures chicken is cooked to a safe 165°F → See on Amazon
- Grill Pan — Achieves perfect grill marks and prevents sticking → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare the chicken: Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, Sriracha, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken to the bowl and toss to coat. Thread chicken onto skewers.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill to high heat. Grill chicken skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and crispy.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges. Serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Overcrowding the grill can lead to soggy chicken. Make sure to leave space between skewers.
- Pro tip: For extra crispy chicken, pat chicken pieces dry before adding the sauce.
- Pro tip: To make ahead, prepare the chicken and sauce, but wait to thread onto skewers until ready to grill.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare chicken and sauce up to 1 day ahead. Thread onto skewers just before grilling.
Freezing Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout
Freeze cooked skewers for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier version, add more Sriracha or serve with additional hot sauce.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts for chicken thighs for even more flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare chicken and sauce up to 1 day ahead. Thread onto skewers just before grilling.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If chicken is not cooking evenly, try flipping the skewers more frequently.
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Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Sriracha
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 12 wooden skewers
Seasonings
- Sriracha
- Honey
- Soy sauce
- Rice vinegar
- Cornstarch
- Salt
- Black pepper
Optional Toppings
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, Sriracha, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken to the bowl and toss to coat. Thread chicken onto skewers.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill to high heat. Grill chicken skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and crispy.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier version, add more Sriracha or serve with additional hot sauce.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts for chicken thighs for even more flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare chicken and sauce up to 1 day ahead. Thread onto skewers just before grilling.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If chicken is not cooking evenly, try flipping the skewers more frequently.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked skewers for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Prepare chicken and sauce up to 1 day ahead. Thread onto skewers just before grilling.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbs: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 75mg
- Sat. Fat: 2.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Prepare chicken and sauce up to 1 day ahead. Thread onto skewers just before grilling.
Overcrowding the grill can lead to soggy chicken. Make sure to leave space between skewers.
Yes, bake at 400°F for 10-15 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
Chili garlic sauce or hot sauce can be used as a substitute.
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free. Make sure to use gluten-free soy sauce if necessary.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
