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Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

Savory Teriyaki Chicken Skewers Ready for Your Grill Tonight

Delight in these grilled teriyaki chicken skewers, a savory and sweet dish perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts Recommended for best results.
For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Essential for achieving sauce consistency.
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Both light and dark brown sugar can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low sodium preferred.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is ideal.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with white wine vinegar.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Use half the amount if using ground ginger.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Good-quality pure sesame oil is best.
For Grilling
  • 4 skewers Skewers Soak wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Adds crunch and visual appeal.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onion Provides freshness.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • resealable bag
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. In a saucepan, combine this mixture with brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, ginger, honey, and sesame oil. Stir frequently over medium heat until the sauce slightly thickens, then remove from heat and allow it to cool completely.
  2. Cut the chicken into uniform cubes. Place the chicken in a resealable bag and pour in half of the cooled teriyaki sauce, ensuring the chicken is well coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Set your grill to medium heat. If using wooden skewers, ensure they have been soaked. Remove the chicken from the marinade, thread onto skewers.
  4. Grill the skewers for 20-30 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes. Baste with reserved teriyaki sauce during the last few minutes.
  5. Remove from grill and let sit for a couple of minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These skewers are easy to customize and perfect for any occasion. Try swapping chicken for tofu or vibrant vegetables for a vegetarian version.

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