Grilled Chicken Yakitori Skewers: A Delightful Recipe!

Paul

Grilled Chicken Yakitori Skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection on skewers.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Main Course

Cuisine Japanese

Calories 220 kcal

1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin or substitute with a mix of 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon sake or dry white wine
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
Green onions cut into 2-inch pieces, for garnish
Bamboo skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes

Cut the chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces and set aside.
In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked bamboo skewers, alternating with pieces of green onion if desired.
Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
Brush with additional marinade during the last few minutes of cooking for extra flavor.
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Enjoy your grilled chicken yakitori warm, garnished with extra green onions if desired.

For added flavor, try marinating the chicken overnight.
You can also substitute chicken with firm tofu or vegetables for a vegetarian option.
Serve with a side of steamed rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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