Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

One of the best appetizers to serve at a party is a grilled chicken skewer. It’s easy to eat while moving around, because you can bite it right off the stick and it’s perfectly juicy and seasoned without the need for any sauce on the side.

These Teriyaki Chicken Skewers use juicy chicken thighs that are marinated and grilled to perfection, then glazed with a sweet & flavorful teriyaki sauce.

Helpful Tips

1. Marinate for Maximum Flavor: For the best flavor, marinate your chicken in the teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes, but ideally for a few hours or overnight. This allows the chicken to absorb the rich flavors, resulting in a more savory and tender dish.
2. Use Uniform Pieces: Cut your chicken into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking. Aim for 1 to 1.5-inch cubes, as this size allows for quick cooking on the grill or in the oven while still remaining juicy and flavorful.
3. Pre-soak Wooden Skewers: If you’re using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling. This prevents them from burning on the grill and helps keep your skewers intact while cooking. Alternatively, you can use metal skewers for added durability.

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Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

These Teriyaki Chicken Skewers use juicy chicken thighs that are marinated and grilled to perfection, then glazed with a sweet & flavorful teriyaki sauce.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Total Time 38 minutes mins

Course Appetizers

Cuisine American

Servings 4 Servings

Calories 333 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts cut into 1″ cubes
• 3/4 cup teriyaki sauce divided (preferably Soy Yay Veri Very Teriyaki)
• 1/4 cup hot mustard for dipping (optional)
• 2 tsp sesame seeds

Instructions

 

• Presoak wooden skewers for 20 minutes.
• Put the cubed chicken in a large ziplock bag and pour half of the sauce over the chicken. Close the bag and massage the bag to coat the chicken.
• Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Set aside remaining sauce to use as a glaze.
• Preheat the grill to medium heat, around 375 degrees.
• Thread the chicken onto the skewers; don’t pack them too tightly.
  
• When the grill is hot, lay the skewers on the grill, spaced a few inches apart. Cook on each side for 3-5 minutes. Near the end of cooking, glaze both sides with the remaining sauce.
  
• Sprinkle on the sesame seeds and serve with hot mustard on the side, if desired.
  
  

Nutrition

Calories: 333kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 48gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 215mgSodium: 2441mgPotassium: 705mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 66IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 3mg

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