Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

Grilled teriyaki chicken skewers with bell peppers and onions on a wooden cutting board, glazed with glossy teriyaki sauce and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions

20 minutes

4 servings

Easy

High-ProteinGluten-Free OptionGrilled

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch cubes)

1/2 cup soy sauce

1/4 cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons honey

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 tablespoon sesame oil

3 cloves garlic (minced)

1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)

2 green onions (chopped)

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons water

1 bell pepper (cut into chunks)

1 red onion (cut into chunks)

Nutrition Facts

Per 4 servings

Calories320 kcal

Protein28 g

Carbohydrates22 g

Fat14 g

Fiber2 g

* Nutritional information is approximate and may vary based on ingredients and preparation methods.

Instructions

Prepare Teriyaki Sauce

In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then whisk into the simmering sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.

Pro Tip:

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before using to prevent burning

Glossy teriyaki sauce simmering in a saucepan with a whisk, showing the sauce thickening

Assemble the Skewers

Cut chicken thighs into uniform 1-inch cubes for even cooking. Thread the chicken alternately with bell pepper chunks and red onion pieces onto the soaked skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces for proper cooking.

Pro Tip:

Don't pack the ingredients too tightly on skewers - this ensures even cooking and better browning

Raw chicken and vegetable skewers arranged on a cutting board, ready for grilling

Grill and Glaze

Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 12-15 minutes total, turning every 3-4 minutes. Brush generously with teriyaki sauce during the last 5 minutes of cooking, allowing the sauce to caramelize.

Pro Tip:

Reserve some sauce for serving - don't use all of it for basting to avoid cross-contamination

Chicken skewers on a grill with beautiful char marks, being brushed with glossy teriyaki sauce

Finish and Serve

Remove skewers from grill when chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Brush with remaining teriyaki sauce and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve immediately while hot.

Pro Tip:

Let skewers rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute