Description
Elevate your culinary skills with this easy and flavorful Japanese Chicken Yakitori Recipe. These delicious grilled chicken skewers, marinated in a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, are ideal for any occasion—whether it’s a backyard barbecue or an intimate family dinner. The tender chicken paired with a homemade yakitori sauce creates a dish that is sure to impress your guests. This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also customizable, allowing you to add your favorite vegetables or adjust the marinade according to your taste preferences. Serve them over rice, as appetizers, or alongside grilled veggies for a delightful meal. Enjoy the smoky aroma and succulent taste of these crowd-pleasing skewers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 10–20 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Cut chicken into 1–2 inch chunks and marinate in half the sauce mixture for at least 10 minutes.
- Pour remaining marinade into a saucepan and thicken over medium heat using cornstarch mixed with water.
- Thread marinated chicken onto soaked skewers and grill over medium-high heat for 8–12 minutes, basting with thickened sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg