Bang Bang Chicken Kebabs

For these bang bang chicken kebabs, combine mayonnaise and sweet Thai chili sauce with a little Sriracha to make a tangy, spicy-sweet basting and dipping sauce. Serve these grilled chicken and vegetable skewers with steamed rice or cauliflower rice.

bamboo cutting board with chicken and vegetable kebabs, lime wedges, and bang bang sauce
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces

  • 3/4 cup buttermilk

  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons Sriracha, divided

  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 2-inch pieces

  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into 2-inch pieces

  • 1 onion, cut into 2-inch wedges

  • 8 mushrooms, stems removed

  • 1/3 cup sweet Thai chili sauce

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise

  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for oiling grill grates

  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

  • 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)

Directions

  1. Combine chicken breast pieces, buttermilk, and 2 tablespoons sriracha in a bowl. Stir to combine, and let stand at room temperature while the grill heats.

  2. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat.

  3. Thread chicken pieces, bell pepper wedges, onion wedges, and mushrooms onto metal skewers, alternating and evenly dividing the chicken and vegetables.

  4. For bang bang sauce, stir remaining sriracha, sweet Thai chili sauce, soy sauce, mayonnaise, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt together in a small bowl. Reserve 1/2 of the sauce for serving.

  5. When the grill is hot, pour cooking oil on a folded paper towel, and use tongs to oil the hot grill grates.

  6. Place skewers on the oiled grates, brush skewers with sauce, close the grill lid and grill 2 to 3 minutes. Turn skewers a quarter turn, brush with sauce, close the lid and grill 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat until all sides are lightly charred, chicken is no longer pink at the center, and juices run clear, 4 to 8 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the center should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

    Cook’s Note

    Watch for flare-ups. If the grill flares up, move skewers to a cooler part of the grill and continue cooking.

  7. Remove skewers from the grill to a serving platter, tent with foil, and allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes.

  8. Garnish with thinly sliced green onion and lime wedges. Serve with reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

642 Calories
35g Fat
22g Carbs
58g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 642
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35g 45%
Saturated Fat 6g 29%
Cholesterol 158mg 53%
Sodium 1753mg 76%
Total Carbohydrate 22g 8%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 58g 116%
Vitamin C 86mg 95%
Calcium 117mg 9%
Iron 4mg 20%
Potassium 996mg 21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.