Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
Ingredients: Serves 3-4
- 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1½-inch pieces
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (slurry)
- Sesame seeds & sliced green onions, for garnish
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Make the marinade: In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Simmer over medium heat for 3–4 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened, about 1–2 more minutes. Let cool completely.
- Marinate the chicken: Toss chicken with half the cooled teriyaki sauce in a bowl or bag. Refrigerate for 1–4 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using.
- Assemble skewers: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Grill for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.
- Brush with remaining sauce during the final few minutes of grilling.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Why You’ll Love It!
These Glazed & Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Skewers bring together juicy, charred chicken and a sticky-sweet homemade glaze that clings to every bite. The marinade is bold and savory with hints of ginger and garlic, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of honey and brown sugar. Whether you’re firing up the grill for a backyard cookout or prepping an easy weeknight dinner, these skewers are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. They’re simple enough to whip up on a busy day, yet flavorful enough to serve at your next gathering.
What sets these skewers apart is that glossy, thickened teriyaki glaze—made from scratch in just minutes. A quick brush of the sauce at the end of grilling caramelizes beautifully, locking in flavor and giving each piece that irresistible sticky finish. Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and a few fresh green onions for a pop of color and crunch.
Serve them over steamed rice, tuck them into lettuce wraps, or pair them with grilled veggies for a complete meal. However you plate them, these skewers deliver big flavor with minimal effort. One bite, and they’ll be a go-to favorite for warm-weather grilling and beyond.
