Grilled Chicken Yakitori Skewers: Quick & Irresistibly Tasty

Enjoy delectable Grilled Chicken Yakitori Skewers, a quick and flavorful delight perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Marinating Time 30

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 skewers

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Marinade

0.5 cup Soy Sauce Provides umami and saltiness
0.25 cup Mirin Adds sweetness
2 tablespoons Sake Introduces depth
2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Enhances sweetness
1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Offers fragrant spiciness
2 cloves Minced Garlic Imparts robust flavor
2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Adds richness and nutty flavor

Chicken

1 pound Chicken Thighs Juiciness and flavor improve compared to breasts

Skewers

4 Green Onions Used for garnish and added flavor
10 Bamboo Skewers Soak in water to prevent burning

Equipment

grill
mixing bowl
Bamboo Skewers

Method

Preparation

Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces and soak bamboo skewers in water.
Whisk together marinade ingredients until sugar dissolves.
Marinate chicken pieces for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F.
Assemble skewers by threading chicken and green onions, leaving space between pieces.
Grill skewers for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden-brown and cooked through.
Brush skewers with reserved marinade in the final minutes of grilling.
Let skewers rest for a few minutes before serving and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These skewers are perfect for BBQs or weeknight dinners and can be adapted to be gluten-free.

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