Description
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers are a delicious blend of sweet and savory, grilled to perfection for a juicy, flavorful bite. The glossy homemade teriyaki glaze caramelizes beautifully on the grill, creating irresistible edges and a mouthwatering aroma. These skewers are great as an appetizer or a main dish, served with rice, noodles, or grilled vegetables.
Ingredients
1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup honey
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
Salt and pepper to taste
Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze. Remove from heat and let it cool.
Season the chicken cubes with a pinch of salt and pepper. Thread them onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
Reserve a portion of the teriyaki sauce for serving, and use the rest to brush the chicken skewers generously.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the skewers for about 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally and brushing with more sauce, until the chicken is cooked through and nicely charred in spots.
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired. Serve with the reserved teriyaki sauce on the side.
Notes
Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Chicken thighs are recommended for extra juiciness, but breasts work well too. The homemade sauce can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to a week. These skewers also work great in an oven broiler or air fryer if grilling isn’t an option.