Description
Elevate your next meal with these mouthwatering Teriyaki Chicken Skewers! Juicy chicken pieces marinated in a rich homemade teriyaki sauce deliver a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Ideal for barbecues, family dinners, or casual gatherings, these skewers are not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile. Serve them over rice, in lettuce wraps, or alongside your favorite grilled vegetables for a delightful culinary experience. With just a few simple steps, you can impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1" cubes
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onion for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the teriyaki sauce by mixing cornstarch and water in a bowl. In a saucepan, combine remaining ingredients with the cornstarch mixture. Bring to a simmer, stirring until thickened. Let cool.
- Marinate the cubed chicken in half of the sauce in a ziplock bag for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium heat and skewer the marinated chicken pieces.
- Grill skewers for about 20-30 minutes, turning every few minutes and basting with reserved sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg