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Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

These juicy teriyaki chicken skewers are savory, sweet, and perfect for a quick meal or grilling with friends.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 12 pieces bamboo skewers soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
Teriyaki Marinade
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mirin
  • 2 tbsp sake
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil for grilling
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds for garnish
  • 2 stalks green onions sliced for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  2. Cut chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, honey, garlic, and ginger to make the teriyaki marinade.
  4. Place chicken cubes in a resealable bag, pour in half of the marinade, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Grilling
  1. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto soaked skewers, reserving the remaining marinade.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a grill pan or preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
  3. Grill skewers for 4–5 minutes per side, brushing with reserved marinade until chicken is cooked through and glaze is sticky.
  4. Remove from heat, sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

To make it vegan, swap chicken for tofu or mushrooms. For extra flavor, double the marinade or add veggies like bell peppers to the skewers.