Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Skewers are a quick and easy meal for the whole family! Moist, tender chicken dunked in a homemade marinade and skewered with your favorite veggies.
Grilled to perfection, these are the perfect salty, sweet summertime meal!
Love teriyaki? Then be sure to try teriyaki steak marinade next!
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Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs
A marinade that only takes 5 minutes to put together is number one in my book! I love that it's so simple, and tastes better than store-bought with ingredients I already have on hand.
If you do choose to take a shortcut and buy a marinade, hey - no judgment!! I just want to see you cook up some easy meals with your family!
Ingredients/variations
For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- boneless skinless chicken breasts or boneless skinless chicken thighs.
- Green bell pepper, yellow, orange, or red bell pepper and one or two red onions.
- store-bought or homemade teriyaki sauce.
- green onion or sesame seeds - optional garnish
Additional vegetables are fresh pineapple, zucchini, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes. You could also add baby potatoes. Just be sure to steam them first because they take longer to cook.
If you decide to make the sauce, you may have all the ingredients on hand: soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, sesame oil and green onions. It's a super easy recipe!
Instructions
Making grilled teriyaki chicken kebabs is super simple! Here's an overview; for the complete instructions, scroll down to the bottom of the post.
- Soak wooden skewers.
- Combine the ingredients for the marinade. Place in a large ziplock bag.
- Cut chicken 1-inch pieces. Add to the marinade. Allow to marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Dice the vegetables.
- Thread chicken pieces onto the skewers, alternating the meat, and vegetables.
- Place kabobs on the indoor or outdoor grill, flipping often. Chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
Equipment
- Bamboo or metal skewers - buying them throug Amazon will save you a ton of money. I personally prefer short skewers.
- Indoor Grill Pan - always be sure to run your stove fan when grilling indoors!
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Recipe FAQ's
Wooden skewers should be soaked at least 30 minutes to lessen burning. They may still char a bit, but shouldn't burn through. Also you can wrap the tips of wood in aluminum foil to prevent burning.
Poultry is done when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
Top Tip
Cut the chicken and vegetables to a uniform size. This will ensure the vegetables and meat get done simultaneously.
✔️ Tips
- If you're making your own delicious teriyaki sauce (trust me, it's AMAZING!), reserve a cup prior to adding the chicken. Brushing sauce on the kabobs when they come off the grill makes the skewers glisten, plus having extra sauce to pass at the table ensures all of the chicken will be moist and delicious!
- These are great for meal prep. Double the recipe and make extra! On day two, dinner can be Teriyaki Chicken Salad and lunches are chicken teriyaki and vegetables stuffed in a wrap or pita bread. Add some spinach and ranch dressing, YUM!
Serving Suggestions
Here are some suggested to serve alongside your Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs - pick your favorite!
Serving over white or brown rice is simple and delicious!
- Teriyaki Noodles Recipe - setting aside some of the marinade to flavor the noodles makes this an easy side dish!
- This is super delicious with Crock Pot Baked Beans.
- Greek Salad - because on day two, leftover kabobs can be combined with leftover salad and stuffed into pita bread for lunch the next day!
- Deviled Egg Potato Salad - because potato salad is the BEST side dish in the summertime! I'm glad we all agree on that!!
- Bow Tie Pasta Salad - dynamite salad, this is a family favorite!!
Related Recipes
If you're looking for more great kabob recipes, then here you go!
- Korean BBQ Chicken Kabobs - you'll love the flavor in this easy marinade!
- Beef Shish Kabobs Recipe - these are the BEST beef kabobs.
- Asian Pork Kabobs - tender pork with chunks of pineapple.
- For a quick and easy weeknight meal how about some shrimp skewers?!! Easy to make, this simple meal comes together in less than 15 minutes!
- Grilled Teriyaki Steak Kabobs - packed with flavor, you'll be fighting over seconds!
If you make these kabobs and snap a photo, be sure to tag me on Instagram @bowl_me_over or using the hashtag #bowlmeover - thank yoU!!
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Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts or boneless chicken thighs diced into 1 ½ inch pieces
- 1 green bell pepper diced into 1 ½ inch pieces
- ½ red onion diced into 1 ½ inch pieces
- 2 cups teriyaki sauce
- 2 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted, optional garnish
Instructions
- If you're using wooden skewers, be sure and soak them for at least 30 minutes prior to grilling.
- Combine the ingredients for the homemade teriyaki sauce and place in a large Ziploc bag or large bowl.
- Dice the chicken into bite size pieces. Add the chicken to the marinade and soak for 30 minutes.
- While the chicken is marinating, dice the vegetables into 1 ½ inch pieces.
- Next, assemble the kabobs alternating meat and vegetables until you've used up all of the ingredients. Discard marinade, you cannot reuse it.
- Grill for about 6 minutes each side or until the internal temperature is 160 degrees F. Avoid overcooking, so the chicken doesn't dry out.
Lois says
We love this meal. The chicken is always tender and just so tasty.
Debra Clark says
Love some tasty kabobs, that's for sure. Glad you enjoy the recipe Lois!
Cheryl says
These are delicious just like all your recipes. I love that you suggest sides as well as leftover meal ideas!
Bowl Me Over says
You're too kind Cheryl! Thank you so much, it's great to hear from you. I'm so happy you enjoyed this recipe!!
Angela says
Such a delicious recipe! I just love this recipe!!
Pinned 🙂
Bowl Me Over says
Thankyou Angela!!!
Jennifer Stewart says
We love to grille and these kabobs are perfect for my family. Can't wait to try them.