Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are the best 20-minute restaurant version you can make at home. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to getting that perfect crispy texture is to coat the chicken in cornstarch before frying. The result is juicy chicken with a crispy, spicy, and sweet sauce that’s better than takeout. Keep reading for my best tips, or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Soft and Fluffy Banana Bread Cookies and Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli.

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.

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup Sriracha sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp ginger powder
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Green onions, for garnish
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Garlic powder
• Ginger powder
• Red pepper flakes (optional)
• Optional: Green onions, for garnish

How to Make Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout

1. Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in the mixture until evenly coated.
2. Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add enough oil to coat the bottom of the skillet. Add the chicken and cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, water, garlic powder, ginger powder, and red pepper flakes (if using).
4. Combine the chicken and sauce: Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the chicken and toss to coat. Cook until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Serve: Transfer the chicken skewers to a serving platter. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.

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 refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the chicken and sauce separately up to 1 day ahead. Store in the refrigerator until ready to cook.

Freezing Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout

Freeze cooked chicken skewers for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
• Best substitution: Substitute the chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the chicken and sauce separately up to 1 day ahead. Store in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, add a little more water and cook for a few more minutes.

Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers – Better Than Takeout

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

20 mins

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Total

35 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup Sriracha sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp ginger powder
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Green onions, for garnish

Seasonings

• Salt
• Black pepper
• Garlic powder
• Ginger powder
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

Optional Toppings

• Green onions, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in the mixture until evenly coated.
2. Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add enough oil to coat the bottom of the skillet. Add the chicken and cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, water, garlic powder, ginger powder, and red pepper flakes (if using).
4. Combine the chicken and sauce: Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the chicken and toss to coat. Cook until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Serve: Transfer the chicken skewers to a serving platter. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

• Chef tip: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
• Best substitution: Substitute the chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the chicken and sauce separately up to 1 day ahead. Store in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, add a little more water and cook for a few more minutes.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken skewers for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
• Make ahead: Prepare the chicken and sauce separately up to 1 day ahead. Store in the refrigerator until ready to cook.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 32g
• Fat: 22g
• Carbs: 28g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 16g
• Sodium: 1700mg
• Cholesterol: 95mg
• Sat. Fat: 3.5g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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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!