Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Teriyaki Chicken Skewers, a perfect blend of juicy chicken marinated in a rich teriyaki sauce that’s bursting with flavor. Ideal for family dinners, summer barbecues, or casual gatherings, these skewers are not only easy to prepare but also customizable—add your favorite vegetables for an extra crunch! Grilled to perfection, each bite is a taste of savory goodness that pairs beautifully with rice or fresh salads. Treat your taste buds and impress your guests with this simple yet delectable dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs. chicken thighs (or breasts), cut into 1" cubes
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onion for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine cornstarch and water. Add brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, ginger, honey, and sesame oil. Stir until simmering and thickened. Cool completely.
- Place cubed chicken in a ziplock bag; pour half the sauce over it and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium heat. Thread chicken onto skewers.
- Grill skewers for 20-30 minutes, turning every few minutes and basting with remaining sauce until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve topped with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 3 skewers (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg