Grilled Yakitori Chicken: A Simple and Satisfying Meal

Treat yourself to a simple and satisfying meal with our step-by-step grilled yakitori chicken recipe. Perfect for any day of the week.

Yakitori is a popular Japanese dish that is made by grilling marinated chicken on skewers. It is a delicious and flavorful meal that is perfect for grilling season or a quick dinner. This dish is not only tasty but also easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and a bit of time. In this recipe, we’ll be making grilled yakitori chicken, a simple and satisfying meal that is perfect for any day of the week.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sake or rice wine
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons water
• Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Preparation

1. In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, sake or rice wine, brown sugar, honey, garlic, and ginger.
2. Stir the mixture and add the chicken pieces to the bowl.
3. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
4. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and 3 tablespoons of water to form a slurry.
5. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
6. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked bamboo skewers.

Cooking

1. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the edges are slightly charred.
2. Brush the chicken with the cornstarch slurry during the last 2 minutes of cooking to thicken the sauce.
3. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds (if desired).

Tips and Tricks

• For a sweeter sauce, add more honey or brown sugar to taste.
• If you don’t have bamboo skewers, you can use metal skewers instead.
• For a spicier flavor, add red pepper flakes to the marinade.

Yakitori is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for grilling season or a quick dinner. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can treat yourself to a simple and satisfying meal in no time. So, next time you’re looking for a tasty and easy-to-make dish, give this grilled yakitori chicken a try!