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Japanese Chicken Yakitori

Elevate your next meal with this Japanese Chicken Yakitori Recipe, featuring tender chicken skewers marinated in a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors. Perfect for any occasion, these grilled delights are not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Serve them over rice for a hearty meal or as appetizers at gatherings, and impress your guests with this mouthwatering dish that embodies the essence of Japanese cuisine.

  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately four

Ingredients

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  • 5–6 pieces boneless chicken breast or 6–8 pieces boneless chicken thighs
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 6–7 wooden skewers (soaked in water)

Instructions

  1. Soak wooden skewers in water for 10–20 minutes to prevent burning.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, red apple vinegar or mirin, and brown sugar until dissolved.
  3. Cut chicken into 1–2 inch chunks and marinate with garlic, ginger, and some marinade for at least 10 minutes.
  4. In a saucepan, thicken the remaining marinade over medium heat using a cornstarch slurry.
  5. Thread marinated chicken onto soaked skewers and grill over medium-high heat for about 8–12 minutes, basting occasionally with the thickened sauce.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 skewers (175g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken longer or overnight. Add colorful vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to the skewers for extra nutrition and taste. Consider serving different dipping sauces for added excitement.

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