Teriyaki Sesame Grilled Chicken Skewers Recipe
Delicious and easy-to-make Teriyaki Sesame Grilled Chicken Skewers featuring marinated chicken thighs or breasts with a savory Korean BBQ teriyaki sauce, grilled to perfection alongside colorful bell peppers and red onions, then garnished with toasted sesame seeds for a flavorful finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Marinade and Chicken
- ½ cup Kikkoman® Teriyaki Takumi, Korean BBQ
- 1 tablespoon Kikkoman® Sesame Oil
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1½-inch pieces
Vegetables
- 2 small bell peppers, cut into 1½-inch pieces
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
Other
- Wooden or metal skewers
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium mixing bowl, combine ½ cup teriyaki sauce with 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Stir well to blend the flavors. Reserve 2 tablespoons of this marinade for brushing later.
- Marinate Chicken: Add the 1½ pounds of chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours to allow the flavors to infuse the chicken thoroughly.
- Prepare Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, alternating with pieces of bell pepper and red onion to create a colorful and balanced skewer.
- Grill Skewers: Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning every few minutes to ensure even cooking and a nice char. During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the skewers with the reserved marinade for extra flavor.
- Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and sprinkle generously with sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy immediately while hot.
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers prevents them from burning on the grill.
- Chicken thighs are preferred for juicier results, but breasts can be used for a leaner option.
- Marinate the chicken longer for deeper flavor, but no more than 8 hours to avoid texture breakdown.
- Can be served with steamed rice or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
- Use metal skewers if available to eliminate soaking time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4 skewers)
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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