Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout
Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are the best appetizer for parties or game nights. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to the most crispy chicken. Keep reading for my tips on preventing soggy chicken. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Jalapeño Popper Egg Rolls and Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies.
Why This Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy chicken coated in a creamy sauce
- Easy to make and better than takeout
- Perfect for parties or game nights
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.
- Chicken breast
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Cornstarch
- Eggs
- Vegetable oil
- Sriracha
- Mayonnaise
- Rice vinegar
- Soy sauce
- Garlic
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Optional: Lime wedges
- Optional: Cilantro
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breast: Cut into bite-sized pieces.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cuisinart Stainless Steel Skillet — Even heat for perfect searing. → See on Amazon
- OXO Good Grips Silicone Basting Brush — Evenly coat chicken with sauce. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, toss in cornstarch, then dip in beaten eggs and coat with panko.
- Cook chicken: Heat oil in a skillet, cook chicken until crispy, then transfer to a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
- Make sauce: Mix sriracha, mayonnaise, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
- Assemble skewers: Thread chicken onto skewers, brush with sauce, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: To prevent soggy chicken, don't overcrowd the skillet and make sure chicken is fully coated in panko.
- Pro tip: For extra crispy chicken, refrigerate the coated chicken for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Pro tip: Use a neutral-flavored oil with a high smoke point, like canola or vegetable oil, for frying.
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 in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare chicken and sauce up to a day ahead. Assemble skewers just before serving.
Freezing Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout
Freeze uncooked chicken skewers for up to 2 months. Cook from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp up in the oven.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier version, add more sriracha to the sauce.
- Best substitution: Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of chicken breast for more flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare chicken and sauce up to a day ahead. Assemble skewers just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If chicken is not crispy, try baking it at a higher temperature or for a longer time.
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Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Chicken breast
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Cornstarch
- Eggs
- Vegetable oil
Seasonings
- Sriracha
- Mayonnaise
- Rice vinegar
- Soy sauce
- Garlic
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
Optional Toppings
- Lime wedges
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, toss in cornstarch, then dip in beaten eggs and coat with panko.
- Cook chicken: Heat oil in a skillet, cook chicken until crispy, then transfer to a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
- Make sauce: Mix sriracha, mayonnaise, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
- Assemble skewers: Thread chicken onto skewers, brush with sauce, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier version, add more sriracha to the sauce.
- Best substitution: Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of chicken breast for more flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare chicken and sauce up to a day ahead. Assemble skewers just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If chicken is not crispy, try baking it at a higher temperature or for a longer time.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked chicken skewers for up to 2 months. Cook from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp up in the oven.
- Make ahead: Prepare chicken and sauce up to a day ahead. Assemble skewers just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- 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
Yes, prepare chicken and sauce up to a day ahead. Assemble skewers just before serving.
To prevent soggy chicken, don't overcrowd the skillet and make sure chicken is fully coated in panko. Try refrigerating the coated chicken for 30 minutes before cooking.
Yes, cook chicken at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, then brush with sauce and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Serve with Jalapeño Popper Egg Rolls, Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies, or Hash Brown Avocado Toast for a complete meal.
Yes, substitute cornstarch with all-purpose flour. The texture will be slightly different, but still crispy.
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!
