Description
Juicy Teriyaki Chicken Skewers are perfect for summer grilling, featuring tender chicken marinated in a savory-sweet homemade teriyaki sauce. This easy recipe is ideal for cookouts and family gatherings, delivering deliciously grilled chicken with minimal effort. Serve with rice, noodles, or veggies for a complete meal.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add chicken cubes to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
- Skewer the Chicken: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Grill the Skewers: Grill over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, turning frequently, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
Marinate the chicken in advance for enhanced flavor.
If using chicken thighs, adjust the cooking time as they may take longer to cook through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 220 kcal
Keywords: Teriyaki Chicken Skewers, Grilled Chicken Skewers, Summer BBQ Recipes, Teriyaki Chicken, Easy Skewers Recipe