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Grilled Chicken Yakitori Skewers: A Flavorful Delight!

Grilled Chicken Yakitori Skewers are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons mirin or substitute with rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sake or substitute with white wine
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Green onions cut into 2-inch pieces (for garnish)
  • Wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and black pepper until the sugar dissolves.
  3. 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.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating with pieces of green onion if desired.
  6. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
  7. Brush with any remaining marinade during grilling for extra flavor.
  8. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a sweeter glaze, add an extra tablespoon of brown sugar to the marinade.
  • For a spicy kick, include a teaspoon of sriracha or red pepper flakes in the marinade.

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