Description
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers are a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a homemade teriyaki sauce rich in sweet and savory flavors. Perfect for any occasion, these skewers are simple to prepare and can be grilled to perfection for a delightful summer barbecue or cooked indoors for a cozy dinner. With the versatility to pair with rice, noodles, or fresh salads, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy an easy-to-make meal that bursts with flavor and satisfies cravings for something delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup honey or brown sugar
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- Skewers (bamboo or metal)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Reserve ¼ cup for basting.
- Marinate chicken in the remaining marinade for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Cook the reserved marinade in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving space between pieces.
- Grill on medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with sauce until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Serve garnished with sesame seeds and green onions alongside rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg