Grilled Chicken Skewers with Sesame Glaze

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 500g (1.1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
• 1/4 cup (60ml) mirin 1/4 cup (60ml) mirin
• 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 4-6 skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes 4-6 skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Nutrition

• Calories: 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat: 12g (Saturated Fat: 2g)
• Carbohydrates: 10g (Sugar: 8g)
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, honey, and toasted sesame oil. Mix well to create the glaze.
2. 2.
   Thread the chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers.
3. 3.
   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. 4.
   Place the chicken skewers on the grill and brush generously with the sesame glaze.
5. 5.
   Grill for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the glaze has caramelized.
6. 6.
   Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the cooked skewers.
7. 7.
   Serve hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chicken thighs — To ensure juicy and tender chicken, marinate the chicken thighs for at least 30 minutes before grilling. This will enhance the flavor and help the meat stay moist during cooking.

Tips & Tricks

• Soaking the skewers in water before grilling prevents them from burning.
• Baste the chicken with the glaze multiple times during grilling to build up a flavorful coating.
• For an extra kick of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glaze.
• Serve the yakitori with a side of steamed rice and a refreshing cucumber salad.
• If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the skewers on a stovetop grill pan or under the broiler.

Serving advice

Serve the Sesame-Glazed Yakitori as a main course alongside steamed rice and a side of pickled vegetables. Garnish with chopped green onions and additional sesame seeds for added visual appeal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the grilled chicken skewers on a platter, drizzle any remaining glaze over the top, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve with a small bowl of extra glaze on the side for dipping.