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Japanese Chicken Yakitori Skewers

Juicy bites of chicken thigh are threaded onto skewers with sweet scallions and grilled until charred and glossy in a sticky-sweet soy glaze, capturing the smoky, savory flavor of a Japanese izakaya right in your own kitchen.

20mPrep
15mCook
35mTotal
4 servingsServings
MediumDifficulty
★ 4.3Rating

Why You'll Love This

  • Restaurant-style char and glaze achieved at home with a stovetop grill pan or outdoor grill
  • Sweet-savory homemade sauce that also works on grilled vegetables or rice bowls
  • Chicken thighs stay juicy and forgiving even for a first-time griller
Japanese Chicken Yakitori Skewers

Ingredients

Nutrition (estimated per serving)

285Calories
27.0gProtein
12.0gFat
14.0gCarbs
0.5gFiber
980mgSodium

Method

  1. Soak the bamboo skewers in a shallow dish of water for at least 30 minutes before cooking; this prevents them from catching fire or burning on the grill.

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