Description
Sweet and savory Teriyaki Chicken Skewers marinated in a homemade glaze, grilled to perfection with colorful vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Assorted vegetables (bell peppers, onions, zucchini)
- Skewers (bamboo or metal)
- Optional garnish: sesame seeds or chopped green onions
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Stir well until sugar dissolves.
- Marinate Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Soak Skewers: If using bamboo skewers, soak in water for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare Vegetables: Chop vegetables into similar bite-sized pieces.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread marinated chicken and vegetables onto skewers, alternating between chicken and veggies.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill Skewers: Cook skewers on the grill for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds or green onions and serve hot.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp. Ensure to soak wooden skewers to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Teriyaki, Chicken, Skewers, Grilled Chicken, Summer Recipes