Grilled Yakitori chicken skewers garnished with chopped green onions, served on a plate with green onions and dipping sauces on the side—an easy recipe for a delicious meal.

Easy Grilled Yakitori Recipe

Name: Easy Grilled Yakitori Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces); 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup mirin; 2 tablespoons sake; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 green onions (cut into 1-inch pieces); 1 teaspoon sesame oil; Salt and pepper to taste

Jasmine Ito

Kenji|June 24, 2024

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Enjoy this easy recipe for grilled chicken skewers with green vegetables on a white plate, accompanied by sliced green onions and a bowl of dipping sauce, reminiscent of traditional Grilled Yakitori.

Easy Grilled Yakitori Recipe

Jasmine Ito

Skewered and grilled chicken pieces, marinated in a savory-sweet sauce, perfect for enjoying with friends at an izakaya or at home.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Meal Type Appetizers, Main Course

Cuisine Japanese

Servings

Calories 323 kcal

Difficulty Easy

Ingredient Cost $7

Shopping Cost$35

Equipment

Grill or grill pan
Skewers
Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar to make the marinade.
1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sake, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1/4 cup mirin
Add chicken pieces to the marinade, tossing to coat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
1 lb chicken thighs
Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken pieces and green onions onto skewers.
2 green onions
Grill the skewers for about 7-8 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and slightly charred.
Brush with sesame oil and season with salt and pepper before serving.
1 teaspoon sesame oil, Salt and pepper to taste

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
Serve with a side of rice and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 323kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 1.011mgPotassium: 282mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 148IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg

Keyword Easy Recipe, Grilled Chicken, Japanese Cuisine, Skewers, Yakitori

Ingredient Costs: Cost of Recipe by Ingredient Measurements

Shopping Costs: Cost of Recipe with Brand New Ingredient Purchases

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Kenji, a graphic designer from Tokyo, often finds joy in simple yet flavorful dishes like Grilled Yakitori. This classic Japanese dish, featuring skewered and grilled chicken pieces marinated in a savory-sweet sauce, is a staple at izakayas where Kenji and his friends enjoy evenings of laughter and good food. Recreating Yakitori at home brings a slice of that convivial atmosphere to his kitchen, making it a favorite for both casual dinners and gatherings.

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