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Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

Juicy Teriyaki Chicken Skewers for Effortless Grilling Fun

Enjoy savory Teriyaki Chicken Skewers that are quick, easy, and perfect for grilling, making them ideal for dinners or barbecues.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Chicken Thighs or Breasts
For the Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Water
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar light or dark
  • 0.5 cups Soy Sauce low sodium if desired
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated or ground
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
For Grilling
  • 8 pieces Skewers soak wooden ones in water
  • Optional Toppings Sesame seeds and chopped green onions

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • ziplock bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch with water, whisking until smooth for the teriyaki sauce.
  2. In a saucepan, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, grated ginger, honey, and sesame oil over medium heat until it simmers and thickens.
  3. Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool before using it to marinate the chicken.
  4. Cube the chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate in a ziplock bag with half of the cooled teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 350°F) and soak wooden skewers in water.
  6. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving space between each piece.
  7. Grill the skewers for about 15-20 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
  8. Baste the chicken with the reserved teriyaki sauce during the last few minutes of grilling.
  9. Let the skewers rest for a few minutes before serving, topped with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; freeze wrapped tightly for up to 3 months.

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