Japanese Chicken Skewers

Japanese Chicken Skewers

Delightful grilled chicken skewers marinated in a savory soy-based sauce, perfect for a casual dinner or family meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 280

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the marinade

⅓ cup Soy sauce
2 tablespoons Mirin
2 tablespoons Sake
2 tablespoons Brown sugar Important for caramelization
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Sesame oil

Main ingredients

1 pound Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
2 stalks Green onions, chopped for garnish
as needed Skewers, wooden or metal If using wooden, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes

Method

Preparation

In a bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, minced garlic, and sesame oil until combined.
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a resealable bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight for deeper flavors).

Cooking

While the chicken marinates, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If you don’t have a grill, you can use the oven by setting it to broil.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for basting. Thread the chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, basting with the reserved marinade until the chicken is fully cooked and has nice grill marks. If using the oven, broil for about 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and serve hot.

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Use the brown sugar for a nice glaze and ensure the grill is hot for better cooking. Experiment with vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for variety.