Description
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners. This easy recipe features tender chicken marinated in a homemade teriyaki sauce made from soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar. Grilled to perfection, these skewers can be served as an impressive appetizer or a satisfying main dish alongside rice, salad, or grilled vegetables. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, even novice cooks can achieve delicious results. Elevate your meal by adding colorful vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to the skewers for extra flavor and nutrition. Get ready to impress family and friends with this flavorful dish that brings a taste of Asia right to your table!
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into uniform cubes.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and cornstarch.
- Marinate chicken pieces in the mixture for at least 30 minutes (preferably overnight).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat; soak wooden skewers if using.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers (add veggies if desired).
- Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
Notes
For juicier skewers, consider using chicken thighs instead of breasts.
You can add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to the skewers for extra flavor.
To bake instead of grill, preheat oven to 400°F and bake on a lined baking sheet for about 20-25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg