Chicken Teriyaki Skewers
Chicken Teriyaki Skewers are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, featuring tender chicken grilled to perfection alongside vibrant vegetables. Ideal for gatherings or weeknight dinners, this easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering dish that is sure to impress. Experience the joy of cooking with these skewers, and enjoy the compliments from family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- While marinating, chop vegetables into large chunks and thread them onto skewers with marinated chicken pieces.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and cook skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Simmer any leftover marinade in a small saucepan until slightly thickened for a dipping sauce.
- Serve skewers hot, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize your skewers by using shrimp or tofu instead of chicken. Experiment with different vegetables like onions or mushrooms for added flavor. Soak wooden skewers in water beforehand to prevent sticking.