Scrumptious Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
Savor the irresistible flavor of these Teriyaki Chicken Skewers, marinated in a savory-sweet blend of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. Grilled to perfection, each tender piece offers a delightful burst of umami that will elevate any gathering. These skewers are not only easy to prepare but also customizable with your favorite vegetables. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners, they promise to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- Wooden skewers (soaked in water)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar. Add chicken cubes to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- While chicken marinates, soak wooden skewers in water for about 15 minutes. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Remove chicken from marinade and thread onto skewers evenly spaced apart.
- Grill skewers for about 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and slightly charred. Baste with remaining marinade while grilling.
- Serve hot with extra teriyaki sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg