Japanese Chicken Yakitori Recipe: Easy and Flavorful Grilled Delight
Learn how to make authentic Japanese Chicken Yakitori, a simple and delicious grilled dish that is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
- skewers, soaked in water
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, and sugar to make the marinade.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Thread chicken and green onions onto skewers.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill skewers for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Serve warm with a side of rice or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, consider adding some charcoal to your grill.
- These skewers can be served as an appetizer or main dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: yakitori, chicken, grilled, Japanese, recipe