Chicken Yakitori Recipe
Juicy, flavorful Chicken Yakitori is grilled to perfection with a sweet soy-based glaze. This quick and easy Japanese dish is perfect for a delicious dinner, paired with fresh veggies or rice.
Equipment
- 10 Wooden Skewers
- Grill or Grill Pan
- Small Mixing Bowl
- Tongs or spatula
- Basting Brush
Ingredients
- 10 wooden skewers
- 4 skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 scallions sliced into 1-inch pieces
- ½ cup sake
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons mirin
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or to taste
Instructions
- Soak wooden skewers in water for about 10 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Cut the chicken thighs into 1-inch cubes and slice scallions into 1-inch pieces.
- Thread the chicken and scallions alternately onto the skewers.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sake, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar until the sugar dissolves.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with vegetable oil.
- Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes on each side, basting with the marinade every few minutes.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked and slightly charred, remove the skewers from the grill.
- Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.