Easy Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Spicy Dipping Sauce
Easy bang bang chicken skewers are crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting that perfect crispy texture. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Summer Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Basil and Mediterranean Avocado Toast with Poached Egg and Feta.
Why This Easy Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Spicy Dipping Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy chicken coated in a sweet and spicy sauce
- Easy to make and perfect for game nights
- Better than takeout and ready in just 30 minutes
What You'll Need for Easy Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Spicy Dipping Sauce
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- chicken breast
- cornstarch
- egg
- soy sauce
- garlic
- ginger
- honey
- sriracha
- sesame seeds
- soy sauce
- garlic
- ginger
- honey
- sriracha
- sesame seeds
- Optional: green onions
- Optional: sesame seeds
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- chicken breast: Cut into bite-sized pieces
đź›’ Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- kitchen tongs — For easy flipping of chicken skewers → See on Amazon
- wooden skewers — For easy assembly and cooking of chicken skewers → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Spicy Dipping Sauce
- Prepare chicken: Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Mix cornstarch with egg and coat chicken pieces. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Make sauce: Mix soy sauce, garlic, ginger, honey, and sriracha in a bowl.
- Assemble skewers: Thread chicken pieces onto wooden skewers. Brush both sides with sauce.
- Cook skewers: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 5-7 minutes per side or until cooked through and crispy.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with remaining sauce for dipping.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Spicy Dipping Sauce
- : Don't overcrowd the grill to ensure even cooking.
- Common mistake and fix: If chicken isn't crispy, increase heat or cook longer. If sauce is too thick, thin it with water.
- : For a milder sauce, reduce sriracha amount or omit.
Storing & Reheating Easy Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Spicy Dipping Sauce
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 sauce and assemble skewers up to 1 day ahead
Freezing Easy Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Spicy Dipping Sauce
Freeze uncooked skewers for up to 2 months
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Marinating chicken in the sauce can make it too soggy. Instead, brush sauce on after cooking.
- Best substitution: Use chicken thighs instead of breast for more tender results.
- Make-ahead: Prepare sauce and assemble skewers up to 1 day ahead. Cook just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If chicken sticks to the grill, lightly oil the grill grates before cooking.
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Easy Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Spicy Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- chicken breast
- cornstarch
- egg
- soy sauce
- garlic
- ginger
- honey
- sriracha
- sesame seeds
Seasonings
- soy sauce
- garlic
- ginger
- honey
- sriracha
- sesame seeds
Optional Toppings
- green onions
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare chicken: Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Mix cornstarch with egg and coat chicken pieces. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Make sauce: Mix soy sauce, garlic, ginger, honey, and sriracha in a bowl.
- Assemble skewers: Thread chicken pieces onto wooden skewers. Brush both sides with sauce.
- Cook skewers: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 5-7 minutes per side or until cooked through and crispy.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with remaining sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Chef tip: Marinating chicken in the sauce can make it too soggy. Instead, brush sauce on after cooking.
- Best substitution: Use chicken thighs instead of breast for more tender results.
- Make-ahead: Prepare sauce and assemble skewers up to 1 day ahead. Cook just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If chicken sticks to the grill, lightly oil the grill grates before cooking.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked skewers for up to 2 months
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes
- Make ahead: Prepare sauce and assemble skewers up to 1 day ahead
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 75mg
- Sat. Fat: 2g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Spicy Dipping Sauce FAQs
Prepare sauce and assemble skewers up to 1 day ahead. Cook just before serving.
Increase heat or cook longer. Ensure chicken is not overcrowding the grill.
Yes, broil skewers for 5-7 minutes per side or until cooked through and crispy.
Use chili garlic sauce or hot sauce to taste.
Lightly oil the grill grates before cooking.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Spicy Dipping Sauce 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!
