Bang Bang Chicken Skewers in the Pressure Cooker
Easy, saucy, and bursting with sweet, spicy, and creamy Bang Bang flavor, these juicy chicken skewers come together fast in the pressure cooker—perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining.
Equipment
- 1 Pressure cooker
- 1 Mixing bowl for sauce and chicken
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts or thighs cut into bite-sized cubes (~450g)
- 0.67 cup mayonnaise about 10 to 12 tablespoons
- 4 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped
- bamboo or metal skewers for threading chicken pieces
- oil spray for searing
Instructions
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized cubes and set aside in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until smooth.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken and stir to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Thread the marinated chicken onto soaked skewers, spacing the pieces slightly.
- Spray the pressure cooker pot with oil and quickly sear the skewers until lightly charred.
- Place skewers in the pot, seal the lid, and cook under high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Quick release the pressure and serve hot, garnished with more chopped cilantro or green onions if desired.
Notes
Soak bamboo skewers before cooking. Make extra sauce for dipping or meal prep. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.