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Grilled Chicken Yakitori Skewers: A Flavorful Delight!

Grilled Chicken Yakitori Skewers are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish, perfect for grilling enthusiasts and a great addition to any meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
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 sweet rice wine
  • 2 tablespoons sake or substitute with dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Green onions cut into 2-inch pieces, for garnish
  • Wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, sesame oil, ground ginger, and black pepper.
  2. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
  3. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers, alternating with pieces of green onion.
  5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
  6. Brush with any remaining marinade during the last few minutes of cooking for added flavor.
  7. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 26gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add a teaspoon of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the marinade.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast or tofu for a vegetarian option.

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