Easy Grilled Teriyaki Chicken on a Stick Recipe  (2024)

This easy grilled teriyaki chicken on a stick recipe is such a delicious recipe. These teriyaki chicken skewers are sweet, tangy and spicy in every single bite thanks to the homemade teriyaki sauce. This simple recipe will not disappoint and you will come back to it time and time again. If you like simple chicken recipes, try thesegarlic parmesan chicken skewers,Qdoba chicken recipe,5 ingredient lemon chicken, or thesechick fil a grilled chicken nuggets.

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WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

• Flavorful and juicy:The teriyaki marinade adds a delicious sweetness and umami flavor to the chicken, while the grilling process locks in the juices and creates a slightly crispy exterior.
• Versatile:Grilled teriyaki chicken on a stick can be served as an appetizer or main course. It can be enjoyed on its own, or with a favorite dipping sauce, such as teriyaki sauce, peanut sauce, or sweet and sour sauce.
• Easy to make:This dish is surprisingly easy to make, even for novice cooks. Simply marinate the chicken in teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes, skewer the chicken, and grill until cooked through.
• Kid-friendly:Grilled teriyaki chicken on a stick is a popular choice for kids, as they love the bite-sized pieces and the sweet and savory flavor.
• Healthy:Grilled teriyaki chicken on a stick is a relatively healthy dish, as it is high in protein and low in fat. It can be made even healthier by using lean chicken breasts and skipping the dipping sauces.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED FOR GRILLED TERIYAKI CHICKEN ON A STICK

• Chicken breasts – Chicken breasts are used for this recipe however for extra flavor boneless skinless chicken thighs can be used too.

Most of the simple ingredients needed are for the homemade teriyaki sauce. The teriyaki sauce is filled with tons of sweet, salty, spicy and a hint of umami flavors thanks to a combination of:

• Oyster sauce – dark brown, thick and syrupy sauce that has a sweet and salty flavor
• Soy sauce – I prefer to use low-sodium soy sauce however you can use regular soy sauce if you prefer. You can also substitute with coconut aminos
• Hoisin sauce – sweet, savory and tangy that is somewhat similar to barbecue sauce but with more umami flavors
• Chili garlic sauce – adds a bit of spice element to the teriyaki chicken kabobs
• Seasoned Rice vinegar – has additional seasonings like sugar and salt and is sold in the Asian food section of most grocery stores

Beyond the ingredients for the marinade, you will need some pantry staple spices like, black pepper, paprika, ginger, toasted sesame oil and cornstarch.

HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN TERIYAKI SKEWERS

If using wooden skewers, soak the bamboo skewers in a pan filled with water. This will prevent the wood from burning. Skip this step if using metal skewers.

Using a small bowl, mix all of the ingredients for the teriyaki sauce and set aside.

Using a sharp knife place chicken on cutting board, slice the chicken into chicken tenders.

Season chicken with your spices including the fresh ginger.

Place the chicken pieces in a resealable food storage bag and pour the marinade over it. Give the bag a good shake to evenly distribute the marinade. Set aside and let marinate for 30 minutes to overnight.

Once marinating is complete, thread the chicken onto the skewers.I usually do two chicken tenders per skewer.

While the chicken is marinading, heat your grill to medium high heat. Spray the grill with cooking spray. Place the marinated chicken onto the grill and cook for approximately 5-6 minutes per side or until the internal temperature is 165 degrees.

Once the chicken is cooked through, remove from the heat and allow to cool. Optional top with gochujang flakes, sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH COOKED CHICKEN SKEWERS

These easy teriyaki chicken skewers are great as a standalone snack or appetizer. However to make it a complete meal you could serve it with:

• A variety of rices can be served with these chicken skewers like jasmine rice, basmati rice or sticky rice
• Grilled vegetables like zucchini, red and green peppers, carrots and squash make a great addition to this fun recipe
• Asian mashed potatoes which get their flavor from roasted garlic, wasabi and sesame oil

TIPS FOR COOKING GRILLED TERIYAKI CHICKEN ON A STICK

• Saucy – If you prefer saucier chicken skewers, double the marinade and reserver half for basting the chicken in the final 2 minutes of the grilling process
• Citrus – If you prefer teriyaki sauce that has a slight citrus note add some citrus to the marinade like orange juice or pineapple juice to balance the flavors
• Sweet – Want a sweeter teriyaki sauce vs. spicier adding a tablespoon of brown sugar, coconut sugar or date sugar to the marinade will do the trick

FAQ’s

This simple recipe is truly a family favorite and I make it almost monthly. With so many amazing flavors it is sure to become one of your favorites as well. If you like this recipe please feel free to leave a comment and star rating down below.

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