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Description
Easy-to-follow recipe for flavorful teriyaki chicken kebabs, perfect for grilling or oven baking. Ideal for meal prep or a healthy dinner.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thicker sauce)
- Wooden or metal skewers
- Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
- Green onions, sliced, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. If desired, whisk in cornstarch for a thicker sauce.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken cubes in a large Ziploc bag or shallow dish. Pour about 3/4 of the teriyaki marinade over the chicken, reserving the remaining 1/4 cup for basting/serving. Toss to coat well. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Prepare Vegetables and Skewers: While the chicken marinates, if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. Thread the marinated chicken, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, and pineapple chunks alternately onto the skewers.
- Cook the Kebabs (Grill or Oven):Grilling: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates. Place kebabs on the grill and cook for 8-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp. Baste with reserved marinade during the last few minutes of cooking.Oven Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease. Arrange kebabs on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken is cooked through. Baste with reserved marinade during the last 5-10 minutes.
- Serve: Remove kebabs from the grill or oven. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired. Serve immediately with rice or your favorite side dish. Optionally, lightly warm the remaining reserved marinade and serve as an extra dipping sauce.
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers prevents burning during grilling.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kebab
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg