Easy High-Protein Teriyaki Chicken Skewers Recipe
This easy high-protein recipe features tender chicken skewers coated in a flavorful low-carb teriyaki sauce. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal, these skewers are marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, coconut aminos, and fresh aromatics before being grilled to perfection.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Grill or grill pan
- Bamboo skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
- 1 tbsp green onion chopped
- 8 bamboo skewers pre-soaked
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, coconut aminos, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Stir until well blended.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Let them soak for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Set a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and allow it to heat up.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10–12 minutes, rotating occasionally to cook evenly. The chicken should be fully cooked and slightly charred.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onion, and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve with grilled zucchini or cauliflower rice for a complete low-carb meal.
- For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate for up to 2 hours before grilling.
- If using metal skewers, soaking is not necessary.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 28gSaturated Fat: 1gSugar: 1g
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