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Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

Savory Teriyaki Chicken Skewers for Flavorful Grilling Fun

Delight in these Teriyaki Chicken Skewers, featuring juicy chicken marinated in homemade sauce, perfect for grilling family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs or Breasts Cut into 1.5-inch cubes
For the Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch For sauce texture
  • 2 tablespoons Water For mixing with cornstarch
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Use low sodium if preferred
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Can substitute with white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Honey For added depth
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Provides nutty aroma
For Grilling
  • 8 pieces Skewers Soak wooden skewers beforehand
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Chopped, optional for topping

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Saucepan
  • Medium bowl
  • Ziplock Bag
  • Skewers
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together cornstarch with water until smooth.
  2. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, grated ginger, honey, and sesame oil.
  3. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and bring to a light simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Let the sauce cool.
  5. Cut chicken into 1.5-inch cubes and marinate in half of the cooled teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat grill to medium heat and soak wooden skewers.
  7. Lightly oil the grill grates.
  8. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers and arrange on a plate.
  9. Grill skewers for 20-30 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
  10. Baste with remaining teriyaki sauce during the last few turns.
  11. Remove from grill and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 26gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 7gCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for best flavor and avoid overcrowding on the grill for even cooking.

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