Simplified Chicken Skewers Teriyaki (Printable Version)
Quick chicken and vegetable skewers glazed with teriyaki, cooked in 30 minutes for flavorful Asian-inspired meals.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein & Vegetables
01 - 1 pound chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
03 - 1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
→ Marinade & Glaze
04 - 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
→ Optional
05 - Salt and pepper, to taste
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, for grilling or baking
# Directions:
01 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat or set oven to broil setting.
02 - If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 15 minutes to prevent burning.
03 - Thread chicken cubes, bell pepper, and onion pieces alternately onto skewers, distributing ingredients evenly.
04 - Brush the skewers evenly with teriyaki sauce. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
05 - Place skewers on preheated grill or lined baking sheet. Grill or broil for 12 to 15 minutes, turning halfway through, until chicken is fully cooked and edges are lightly charred.
06 - During the final minutes of cooking, brush skewers with additional teriyaki sauce for enhanced flavor.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick cooking time makes it possible to get dinner on the table in under thirty minutes
- Pantry-friendly ingredients mean no last-minute shopping trips
- Customizable with whatever vegetables you have on hand
- Great for grilling or oven broiling depending on the weather
- Feeds a crowd yet easy enough for a weeknight for two
02 -
- High in protein and low in fat perfect for a light main course
- Easy to adapt for gluten-free eaters just by swapping one sauce
- Works for meal prep and can be cooked ahead or frozen raw on the skewers
03 -
- Always preheat your grill or broiler so the chicken sears and stays juicy
- If making ahead brush only lightly with sauce before cooking and finish with more sauce in the last minute
- Let everyone in the family build their own skewers for a fun and personalized dinner