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Spicy Pineapple Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

These spicy and sweet skewers combine tender chicken with juicy pineapple for an irresistible flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (about 1-inch pieces)
  • Wooden or metal skewers (if using wooden, soak them in water for 30 minutes)
Sauce
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 3 tablespoons sriracha (for a spicier kick)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
Garnish
  • Chopped green onions for garnish
  • Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add your chicken cubes, mix well, and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or longer for more flavor!).
Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and grated ginger until smooth. Set aside.
Thread Skewers
  1. Once marinated, thread the chicken and pineapple chunks onto your skewers. Alternate between the two for that perfect sweet-and-sour combo.
Cook the Skewers
  1. Grill the skewers on medium heat for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until the chicken is cooked through and has lovely grill marks.
Sauce and Serve
  1. Remove from heat, drizzle with the prepared sauce, and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

For extra spice, add more sriracha. You can also replace chicken with shrimp or tofu. Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for additional color and texture.