Irresistibly Juicy Smoky Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
These Smoky Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are juicy, flavorful and perfect for summer gatherings.
Servings: 4 skewers
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
- grill
- blender
- wooden or metal skewers
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 lbs Chicken Thighs or Breasts cut into bite-sized cubes
For the Sauce
- 3 pieces Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce reduce for a milder flavor
- 1 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a healthier twist
- 2 tbls Honey agave syrup or maple syrup can be substituted
- 2 tbls Lime Juice fresh is best, bottled works in a pinch
- 2 tbls Soy Sauce tamari works for a gluten-free option
- 2 tbls Olive Oil any neutral oil can be used
- 1 tbls Garlic Powder
- 1 tbls Onion Powder
For Garnishing
- 1 cup Fresh Cilantro optional but recommended
Instructions
How to Make Smoky Chipotle Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
- Cut the chicken thighs or breasts into uniform, bite-sized cubes. Pat them dry to ensure a nice sear on the grill.
- In a blender, combine the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, mayonnaise, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, and onion powder. Blend until smooth, creating a creamy, smoky delight.
- Reserve a portion of the sauce for glazing the skewers later.
- Toss the chicken pieces in the remaining sauce, coating them well. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Thread the marinated chicken onto soaked wooden or metal skewers.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning frequently.
- In the last 2 minutes of grilling, brush the skewers with the reserved sauce.
- Remove the skewers from the grill. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
For added texture, sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.