Description
Bang Bang Chicken Skewers feature tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, honey, and spicy sriracha, then grilled to perfection. This recipe delivers a delicious combination of sweet, spicy, and smoky flavors, making it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful addition to your next barbecue.
Ingredients
Chicken and Marinade
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Additional
- Wooden or metal skewers (if using wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, thoroughly mix the olive oil, soy sauce, honey, sriracha sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a balanced and flavorful marinade.
- Cut Chicken: Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces that are uniform in size to ensure even cooking on the grill.
- Marinate: Add the chicken pieces to the marinade bowl, stirring well to coat all pieces evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the chicken.
- Preheat Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high temperature to prepare for cooking the skewers and to achieve those signature grill marks.
- Skewer the Chicken: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece to allow heat circulation and even cooking.
- Grill: Place the chicken skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure all sides develop a nice char and the chicken is cooked through.
- Check Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to verify the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C), ensuring it is safely cooked.
- Remove from Grill: Once fully cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to redistribute for maximum tenderness.
- Serve with Sauce: Optionally, drizzle additional sriracha sauce or serve with a creamy sauce of your choice to enhance the bold flavors of the Bang Bang Chicken Skewers.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Adjust sriracha amount according to your preferred spice level.
- Letting the skewers rest after grilling helps keep the chicken juicy.
- Can be served with rice, salad, or as an appetizer with dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
