Chicken Teriyaki Skewers
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Posted: 10/07/24
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Looking for a simple and tasty dinner option? Try this easy teriyaki chicken skewers recipe that is sure to please your tastebuds and impress your friends and family. Tender, juicy chicken with tons of flavor from the teriyaki marinade plus onions and peppers!
Nothing says FLAVOR like skewers of meat! These teriyaki chicken skewers are irresistibly tasty. Tender, juicy, marinated chicken coated in the most delicious homemade teriyaki sauce and sandwiched in between fresh veggies. Grill it up and you’ve got an easy meal in under an hour! A favorite for our family cook-outs and BBQs.
Greek chicken kabobs and grilled steak fajita kabobs are always on rotation during the summer time. Now we include the grilled teriyaki chicken skewers too! Food on a stick just makes it more tasty, right? Well, I think so and these tasty chicken skewers are proof. So follow these simple instructions and easy recipe to make a yummy dinner full of chicken and veggies!
Why You’ll Love these Chicken Teriyaki Skewers
- This is a great make-ahead recipe. The chicken can marinate for up to 24 hours, so prep it in the morning and grill later that day for an easy peasy dinner!
- Skewers are the perfect way to make single servings to feed a large crowd. Everyone can simply grab a skewer or two instead of trying to slice, scoop or chop up food to get a serving.
- The flavor of these chicken teriyaki skewers is unbeatable! Homemade marinade truly makes all the difference.
Ingredients for Chicken Teriyaki Skewers
- Low sodium soy sauce – To make homemade teriyaki sauce, you’ll need some low sodium soy sauce.
- Water – Use a bit of water to thin out the marinade so that the pieces of chicken can be thoroughly coated.
- Brown sugar – Make a sticky sweet teriyaki glaze with some brown sugar in the marinade.
- Worcestershire sauce – Add depth of flavor to the teriyaki sauce with a splash of Worcestershire sauce.
- Dried onion flakes – Dried onion flakes add even more bold flavor than onion powder does. The perfect addition to this easy marinade.
- Minced garlic – Fresh garlic is a must-have in any homemade chicken marinade.
- Powdered ginger – A little bit of powdered ginger brings a slightly spicy kick to the sweet and salty teriyaki glaze. Feel free to add some fresh ginger for an added zing!
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts – Cube up chicken breast or boneless skinless chicken thighs for these teriyaki chicken kabobs.
- Green and red bell pepper – Cut the peppers into 1 inch pieces so that they pair easily with the bite-sized pieces of chicken.
- Red onion – The bold flavor of red onion is so tasty contrasted by the sweet and salty flavor of teriyaki.
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How to Make Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
If you plan to use wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning on the grill. We prefer metal skewers.
In a small bowl combine all the marinade ingredients and whisk them together thoroughly.
Cut chicken breast into 1 inch cubes and then add to the bowl with the teriyaki marinade, stir to coat well, cover, and then let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to marinate.
If preparing in advance, you can marinate in the refrigerator for up to 12 hours and let sit out at room temperature for 30 minutes before grilling.
Once the chicken has finished marinating, lightly oil the grill grate and preheat the grill to medium-high, about 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Thread the cubed chicken, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and red onion onto the skewers.
Place skewers onto a preheated grill and turn every 3-4 minutes, until browned, beginning to char in spots. Fully cooked, the internal temperature of the chicken needs to be 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Take off the grill and serve immediately.
How to Store Chicken Teriyaki Skewers
For ease of storing, remove the cooked veggies and chicken from the skewers and place into an airtight container. Allow to cool completely before removing from the skewer.
FRIDGE: Place leftovers in an airtight container or plastic storage bag and then refrigerate for up to 4 days.
FREEZER: These leftovers actually freezer well too! Store in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months.
How to Reheat Chicken Skewer Meat
For best results, reheat leftover chicken in the oven or on the stove top. Reheating in the microwave will likely result in dry and tough chicken. Always thaw chicken skewer leftovers before reheating.
Does teriyaki sauce go on before or after cooking?
This is totally dependent on what you are cooking! For these grilled chicken teriyaki skewers, use the sauce as a marinade instead of a finishing touch. Any leftover marinade needs to be discarded after use. However, if you’d like to add more teriyaki sauce after cooking then feel free to make a second batch to brush onto each skewer just before you pull them off the grill.
Can you marinated chicken too long in teriyaki sauce?
Yes, you can. It is important not to marinate the chicken longer than 24 hours. After the 24 hour mark, the chicken can begin to break down and make the meat mushy and soggy.
What to Serve with Chicken Teriyaki Skewers
This quick meal can simply be served over white rice or even served over fried rice. You can also make some extra vegetables as a side dish, like grilled zucchini or smoked mushrooms with garlic butter.
Oh, and grilled pineapple is to die for paired with teriyaki chicken. Serve this tasty chicken over something fun, like Blackstone egg roll in a bowl too. Don’t forget the garnishes too — sesame seeds, green onions, a drizzle of honey, all yummy options.
Pro Tips for the Best Chicken Teriyaki Skewers
- Don’t have an outdoor grill? You can make these skewers on an indoor griddle or grill, and you can also bake them on a sheet pan in the oven!
- I recommend using metal skewers over bamboo skewers simply because they’re reusable. However, if you decide to use wooden it is imperative that you soak them first so that they don’t burn.
- Once you remove the chicken pieces from the marinade, you need to discard leftover marinade.
These yummy teriyaki skewers are a simple summer time meal that anyone will enjoy! Mix up the marinade and get to grilling because your taste buds are waiting.
More Grilling Recipes You’ll Love!
- Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken is good on top of salad, served with rice, on tacos and so much more.
- Make some Chicken Street Tacos that will rival your favorite food truck. So yummy!
- These Stuffed Bacon Cheeseburgers are the thing of a grilling King’s dreams. They’re literally something you’ll drool over!
- A batch of Grilled Chicken Legs is just the thing you need for family dinner tonight.
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Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
Easy and delicious Teriyaki Chicken Skewers have juicy pieces of teriyaki chicken, peppers and onions for an easy dinner on the grill.
Ingredients
Marinade
- 1 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 Tablespoons dried onion flakes
- 2 Tablespoons minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon powdered ginger
Skewers
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cubed
- 1 green bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 red onion cut into 1 inch pieces
Instructions
- If using wooden skewers, soak in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning on the grill. We prefer metal skewers.
- In a small bowl combine all the marinade ingredients and whisk them together.
- Cut chicken thighs into 1 inch cubes. Add to the bowl with the marinade, stir to coat well, cover, and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to marinate. If preparing in advance, you can marinate in the refrigerator for up to 12 hours and let sit out at room temperature for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Once the chicken has finished marinating, lightly oil the grill grate and preheat the grill to medium-high, about 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Thread cubed chicken,green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and red onion onto the skewers.
- Place skewers on preheated grill and turn every 3-4 minutes, until browned, beginning to char in spots, and fully cooked through, internal temperature of the chicken needs to be 165 degrees Fahrenheit — about 10-15 minutes.
- Take off the grill and serve immediately.
Tips
For ease of storing, remove the cooked veggies and chicken from the skewers and place into an airtight container. Allow to cool completely before removing from the skewer.
FRIDGE: Place leftovers in an airtight container or plastic storage bag and then refrigerate for up to 4 days.
FREEZER: These leftovers actually freezer well too! Store in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months.
For best results, reheat leftover chicken in the oven or on the stove top. Reheating in the microwave will likely result in dry and tough chicken. Always thaw chicken skewer leftovers before reheating.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 488kcal (24%), Carbohydrates: 69g (23%), Protein: 44g (88%), Fat: 5g (8%), Saturated Fat: 1g (6%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.02g, Cholesterol: 109mg (36%), Sodium: 2571mg (112%), Potassium: 1190mg (34%), Fiber: 2g (8%), Sugar: 58g (64%), Vitamin A: 1098IU (22%), Vitamin C: 71mg (86%), Calcium: 111mg (11%), Iron: 3mg (17%)
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