Japanese Chicken Yakitori Skewers

Delicious grilled chicken skewers marinated in a savory sauce, perfect for a Japanese-inspired meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

1 pound chicken thighs boneless, skinless
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin
2 tablespoons sake
1 tablespoon sugar
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon ginger grated

For Grilling

1 bunch green onions cut into 1-inch pieces

Method

Marinate Chicken

In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, garlic, and ginger. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare Skewers

Thread marinated chicken and green onion pieces onto skewers.

Grill

Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a side of rice and dipping sauce for an authentic experience.

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