YAKITORI (SKEWERED JAPANESE CHICKEN)

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This is a common grilled/skewered chicken in Japan, but also officially is considered any type of skewered food in general. This is the recipe that I found in my "Weber's Charcoal Grilling - The Art of Cooking with Live Fire".

Provided by diner524

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs chicken thighs, cut into 1 to 1-1/2-inch pieces (boneless or skinless)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons mirin (sweet rice wine)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon golden brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Fill a chimney starter to the rim with charcoal and burn the charcoal until it is lightly covered with ash. Spread the charcoal in a tightly packed, single layer across one-half of the charcoal grate. Put the cooking grate in place, close the lid, and let the charcoal burn down to high heat (450° to 550°F). Leave all the vents open. If you are using a gas grill, preheat your grill on high until it reaches 500°F.
  • In a medium bowl combine the chicken pieces with the oil, salt, and pepper and mix well. Thread the chicken pieces through their centers on the top half of the skewers. The chicken pieces should touch, but do not cram them together. Refrigerate until ready to grill, or as long as 2 hours.
  • In a small saucepan mix the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the liquid is reduced to ½ to ¾ cup, about 5 minutes, stirring once or twice. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  • Brush the cooking grates clean. Place a strip of aluminum foil on the cooking grate over the empty section of the charcoal grate or over an unlit burner. Grill the skewers over direct high heat, with the bare wooden section of the skewers placed over the foil. Close the lid and cook until the meat is lightly charred on the surface, 4 to 5 minutes, turning once and swapping their positions as needed for even cooking. Open the lid and begin turning and basting the chicken with the sauce (you may not need all of the sauce) until fully cooked, 3 to 5 minutes longer. Remove from the grill and serve warm.

Lovelu Islam
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This yakitori recipe is delicious! The chicken is cooked perfectly and the teriyaki sauce is flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Maksommone
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I'm so glad I found this yakitori recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Respect Andtrust
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This yakitori recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the chicken, and they don't even notice the vegetables.


Ramil Riaz
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I've made this yakitori recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the teriyaki sauce is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe.


Emmanuel Amiele
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This yakitori recipe is a great way to impress your friends. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a restaurant.


Suzon roy Suzon
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I love yakitori! It's such a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. I especially like to use different types of vegetables, like bell peppers and onions.


Aris Miller
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This yakitori recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have a few pieces of cooked chicken in my fridge, and this is a great way to turn them into a delicious meal.


Frank Rivera
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I'm so glad I found this yakitori recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Michael Bekoe Otoo
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This yakitori recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the chicken, and they don't even notice the vegetables.


Tiffany Hegland
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I've made this yakitori recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the teriyaki sauce is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe.


Nazeeba r Rogers
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This yakitori recipe is a great way to impress your friends. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a restaurant.


UNIKE HRM
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I loved this yakitori. The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the teriyaki sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Liton Ali
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Yakitori is one of my favorite Japanese dishes. It's so simple, but so delicious. This recipe is a great way to make it at home. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the teriyaki sauce was perfect.


Only omit
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I'm always looking for new yakitori recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Omar Magala
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This yakitori recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have a few pieces of cooked chicken in my fridge, and this is a great way to turn them into a delicious meal.


Nana Raymond
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I love yakitori! It's such a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. I especially like to use different types of vegetables, like bell peppers and onions.


Jeannine Horn
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The yakitori was a hit at my party! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the teriyaki sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I will definitely be making this again.