Description

Grilled chicken cubes glazed with homemade teriyaki sauce, offering a sticky-savory-sweet flavor profile. Tender, juicy, and effortless to prepare, these skewers work for weeknights, BBQs, or parties.

Ingredients

2 lbs. Chicken thighs (or breasts)
2 tbsp Cornstarch
3/4 cup Soy sauce
1/4 cup Honey
2 tsp Minced garlic
1 tbsp Grated ginger
1 tbsp Rice vinegar
1 tsp Sesame oil

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Instructions

Marinate chicken in teriyaki sauce (soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil) for 30 minutes
Whisk cornstarch and 2 tbsp water; simmer sauce until thickened
Thread chicken onto soaked bamboo skewers
Preheat grill to medium-high (400°F/200°C)
Brush skewers with sauce and grill 5-6 minutes per side
Baste with additional sauce while grilling

Notes

Chicken thighs ensure juiciness, but breasts work too
Marinating longer enhances flavor
Soak skewers 30 minutes to prevent burning
Add bell peppers or zucchini for a kebab variation
Sauce can be frozen for up to 3 months

Prep Time: 45
Cook Time: 25
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American