1-First Step: Soak the skewers and prep the chickenStart by soaking your wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. This keeps them from burning during cooking. While they soak, cut 2 pounds of boneless skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Try to keep the pieces the same size so they cook at the same pace.Next, place the chicken in a large bowl. Add 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Toss everything well so each piece gets coated. This seasoning blend gives the chicken a simple savory base that works beautifully with the sauce.

2-Second Step: Thread the chicken onto skewersAfter the chicken is seasoned, thread it onto the soaked skewers. Leave a little space between each piece so the heat can move around the chicken. That helps the edges brown and makes the skewers cook more evenly. If a skewer starts to split, just grab another one and keep going.You should end up with several skewers, depending on the size of the chicken pieces and the length of your skewers. If you want to make them extra neat, place about 4 to 5 chicken cubes on each skewer. This makes serving easy later.

3-Third Step: Make the Bang Bang sauceIn a medium bowl, mix 1 1/4 cups mayonnaise, 2/3 cup Thai sweet chili sauce, 2 teaspoons Sriracha, and 2 tablespoons honey. Stir until smooth and creamy. Taste the sauce and add a little more Sriracha if you want more heat.This sauce is the heart of Bang Bang Chicken Skewers. It is creamy, sweet, tangy, and spicy all at once. If you want a slightly thinner sauce for drizzling, add a teaspoon of water at a time until it reaches the texture you like.For the best flavor, make the sauce while the chicken cooks so everything comes together fresh and warm.

4-Fourth Step: Cook the skewersYou can cook these chicken skewers in several ways. For a crispy outside and juicy center, preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F. Lightly oil the grates to keep the chicken from sticking. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10 to 12 minutes total, turning every few minutes so each side gets color.If you prefer the oven, bake the skewers on a lined baking sheet at 425°F for about 18 to 20 minutes, flipping once halfway through. For air frying, cook at 380°F for about 8 to 10 minutes, depending on the size of your chicken pieces. No matter which method you use, the chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F.

5-Final Step: Sauce and serveOnce the chicken is done, let the skewers rest for 2 to 3 minutes. This helps the juices settle back into the meat. Then brush the skewers generously with the Bang Bang sauce or serve the sauce on the side for dipping. You can also drizzle extra sauce over the top for a restaurant-style finish.Serve your Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with rice, coleslaw, cucumber salad, roasted vegetables, or even tucked into lettuce wraps. They are just as good for a weeknight meal as they are for a game day snack tray.