Best 5 Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Thigh Skewers Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of grilled teriyaki chicken thigh skewers, an exquisite dish that captures the essence of Japanese culinary tradition. These savory skewers feature succulent chicken thighs, marinated in a delectable blend of soy sauce, mirin, sake, and brown sugar, then grilled to perfection. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and slightly charred flavors, complemented by the tender texture of the chicken. Accompanying the skewers are three distinct dipping sauces: a classic teriyaki sauce, a creamy avocado sauce, and a spicy Sriracha mayo. These sauces add an extra layer of complexity and delight, allowing you to customize your skewers to your taste preferences. Whether you prefer the traditional tang of teriyaki, the cool creaminess of avocado, or the fiery kick of Sriracha, these dipping sauces elevate the grilled chicken skewers to a culinary masterpiece.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

TERIYAKI CHICKEN SKEWERS



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These grilled teriyaki chicken skewers are delicious appetizers that can be made either on an outdoor or indoor electric grill.

Provided by Julia | Appetizer Addiction

Categories     All Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound Chicken Thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons Teriyaki Marinade/Sauce
1 tablespoon Honey
1 teaspoon Grated Fresh Ginger
1 tablespoon Cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon Black Pepper
¼ teaspoon Salt
2 tablespoons Teriyaki Sauce/Marinade
1 teaspoon Low Sodium Soy Sauce
1 tablespoon Honey
¼ cup Water (or more, if needed)
1 teaspoon Cornstarch
2 teaspoons Water
Sesame Seed

Steps:

  • Cut the thighs into 1-inch (2.5 centimetre) pieces. Place them into a mixing bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir well (I love using kitchen tongs to mix this).
  • Thread the pieces onto skewers (fill about 4 inches/12 centimetres of each skewer), making sure to leave little gaps between the meat for more even cooking.
  • Cook on a grill until ready (see note 1).
  • Meanwhile: In a sauce pan, combine teriyaki sauce, honey, soy sauce and water and simmer on low for about 2 minutes. Slowly pour in cornstarch slurry (1 teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons of water), while mixing constantly until it has thickened. Once it comes to a boil, turn off.
  • Brush each skewer with some of the sauce and sprinkle (optional) with sesame seeds.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 49 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 11 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 818 grams sodium, Sugar 6 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams unsaturated fat

TERIYAKI CHICKEN THIGH SKEWERS



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These chicken thigh skewers come together so quickly that you'll have dinner on the table in no time at all. Prep the day before, and dinner will be ready in 20 minutes. Serve over rice with some green veggies on the side for a complete meal.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ cup pineapple juice
3 tablespoons pineapple juice
¼ cup hot honey (such as Mike's Hot Honey®)
3 tablespoons hot honey (such as Mike's Hot Honey®)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into strips
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine soy sauce, 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons pineapple juice, 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons hot honey, garlic, brown sugar, salt, and ginger in a saucepan; stir until well combined. Cook over medium heat until sauce is just starting to boil, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and whisk in cornstarch until well incorporated. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture starts to thicken, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove teriyaki sauce from heat.
  • Thread chicken into skewers. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Brush chicken on both sides with teriyaki sauce, reserving remaining sauce, and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Place chicken skewers on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 13 minutes. Remove from oven.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Brush skewers with more sauce. Broil each side for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve with extra teriyaki sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.5 g, Cholesterol 70.7 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 20.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 1073.4 mg, Sugar 36.6 g

GRILLED TERIYAKI CHICKEN THIGH SKEWERS



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You'll want to plan ahead with this recipe to allow the thighs to marinate long enough.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup water
2 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
2 teaspoons agave nectar
1 large garlic clove, finely minced
½ teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1 tablespoon tapioca flour
2 tablespoons cold water
1 ¼ pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Combine water, brown sugar, soy sauce, mirin, agave, garlic, and ginger in a saucepan over medium heat. Combine tapioca flour with 2 tablespoons water in a bowl; whisk until dissolved. Add mixture to the teriyaki sauce in the saucepan.
  • Heat sauce until it thickens to your desired thickness. Add more water if sauce becomes too thick.
  • Remove sauce from heat and reserve 1/4 cup for basting. Combine remaining sauce and chicken in a bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Thread chicken strips onto skewers.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill chicken skewers on the preheated grill for 3 minutes per side, basting with reserved teriyaki sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 79.8 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 522.2 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

GRILLED CHICKEN TERIYAKI SKEWERS



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I finally found mirin at the local T & T supermarket, it's a mild tasting rice wine. These are tasty and really easy to put together. You can also do these kabobs in the oven.

Provided by Semra22

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup mirin (can substitute dry sherry)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 garlic clove, chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken into bite size pieces. Combine all of the sauce ingredients and pour over chicken. Marinate for two hours.
  • Remove from the marinade, thread onto skewers. Grill over medium-high heat, turning once and basting with marinade, for about 5 min or till no longer pink inside.
  • To cook under broiler - Place chicken skewers on a greased rack in a cooking or baking pan. Broil 5 to 6 inches from heat, turning once and basting with marinade, about 5 minutes or till done.

TERIYAKI GRILLED CHICKEN KABOBS



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Make and share this Teriyaki Grilled Chicken Kabobs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Leslie O

Categories     Pineapple

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 kabobs

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce or 3 tablespoons tamari
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon oil
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 8 pieces
1 medium zucchini, cut into 8 pieces
8 pieces fresh pineapple, cut in chunks

Steps:

  • In a 2-quart baking dish, combine all marinade ingredients.
  • Cut chicken thighs in half; add to marinade and cover.
  • Refrigerating at least 2 hours, turning chicken once.
  • Heat Grill.
  • Drain chicken, reserving marinade, Alternately thread chicken, bell pepper, zucchini, and pineapple into four 12-inch metal or wooden skewers.
  • (note: if using wooden skewers; soak in water for 20 minutes) When ready to grill, place kabobs on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4-6 inches from med-high coals.
  • Cook 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink, turning often and brushing frequently with reserved marinade.
  • Discard any remaining marinade.

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, cut the chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces.
  • Soak the skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
  • For a more flavorful teriyaki sauce, use a combination of soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, and garlic.
  • Baste the chicken skewers with the teriyaki sauce every few minutes while grilling to keep them moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the chicken skewers with additional teriyaki sauce, rice, and vegetables for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Grilled teriyaki chicken thigh skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the teriyaki sauce adds a sweet and savory flavor that is sure to please everyone. Whether you are grilling for a party or just for a weeknight dinner, these skewers are sure to be a hit.

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