This summer has been all about this scrumptious chicken skewer recipe on the grill. It is light, super tasty and a different way to enjoy chicken. It goes well with Dole’s Chopped Sesame Asian Salad Kit. We hope you try it and let us know what you think. It’s our new favorite and has been on our dinner menu just about every other week this summer. In fact, we had it again last night with a side of edamame. No matter what you pair with it, you’ll be going back to Yakitori Chicken again and again.
Yakitori Chicken on the Grill
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken thighs
- 4 scallions (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup mirin (Japanese sweetened rice wine)
- 1/4 cup sake (Japanese brewed rice wine)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth (optional, preferably homemade)
- 1 clove garlic, smashed
- 1 thin slice ginger, smashed
Yakitori Tare sauce (when we are in a hurry we use a store-bought sauce):
Instructions
- Cut the chicken thighs into 1/2" slices.
- Trim the scallions, then cut the white and light green parts crosswise into 1 inch pieces.
- Fold the chicken slices in half and slide onto the skewer.
- Add a scallion after each two pieces of chicken.
- Repeat until skewer is covered.
- Salt each skewer lightly
- Preheat the grill to a high heat.
- Brush the grate lightly with oil.
- Bring the ingredients to a boil, then simmer, stirring often, until reduced by half, about ten minutes.
- Put the skewers on the grill over direct medium-high heat, with the bamboo handles protected by a strip of aluminum foil.
- Cook for two minutes, then flip.
- Cook for another two minutes.
- Brush the skewers with the tare sauce, flip again, and cook for 1 minute.
- Brush with sauce again, flip, and cook for one more minute.
- Remove the skewers from the grill to a platter and serve.
Prepare the skewers
Prepare the grill
Prepare the sauce
Cook the chicken
There’s just something about this recipe that will keep you coming back for more! Chicken thighs sure are tasty on the grill. Let us know what you think of this recipe! So tender and juicy. Enjoy!
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The next time you make this, let me know and I will be right over!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) recently posted…How to Save Money on School Lunches
Wow, this sounds delicious! We eat a lot of chicken around here, so I’m always looking for new recipes. This is definitely going on my meal plan for next week!
Christine Luken recently posted…Meal Planning Monday ~ Back to School Lunch Remix
We hardly ever buy thighs, which are so yummy when cooked this way. You won’t believe how good it is! I’m glad you’re adding it to your meal plan! Let us know what you think!
Annie Stow recently posted…Yakitori Chicken on the Grill
There are so many things I love about this recipe. Anything that takes about 10 minutes moves right to the top of my menu. I love the ingredients- no added sugar. I think my kids would love this. I’ll come over for a taste with Robin!
Lori Popkewitz Alper recently posted…5 Healthy Back-to-School Tips For Families
Lori, it is SO good. I’m telling you. My sister and her boys were over when we had it once this summer and they were moaning and begging for more. It’s a must try!
Annie Stow recently posted…Yakitori Chicken on the Grill
This sounds like a yummy recipe. We really need to replace our grill so I can try all of these grilling recipes I have been seeing on blogs lately.
Jen V recently posted…Hormel Ready-To-Go Proteins Help You Get Dinner on the Table Fast! #newfromhormel #CollectiveBias #shop
Looks delicious! My husband would prefer we buy chicken thighs….will need to add this to next week’s meal plan!
Elena recently posted…Get Kids Talking With Three Good Things
That sounds super duper flavorful. It not only sounds good though, it’s beautifully presented.
Liz Mays recently posted…It’s Simply Effortless
These look absolutely fantastic!! I haven’t made chicken kabobs in a while. I’m pinning the recipe to try them a little different. Can’t wait!
Deanna Ritz recently posted…Carne Guisada Enchiladas
We have sadly underused our BBQ this season.
Dang propane!
I would love to try this recipe!
Anything with chicken on the BBQ and I am in!
Pinned it for when we get back home and start our weekly dinner meal plans again. My kids love anything on a stick!
Emily @Random Recycling recently posted…Don’t Lose It! Label it with Mabel’s Labels. {Giveaway}
So, can we pop over to your place for dinner? That looks delicious!
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Your Yakitori Chicken looks amazing! We are preparing to grill this weekend so I might just have to try this! Thanks for the recipe!
oh that recipe sounds amazing! My kids would like it because of the skewers!
Mama to 5 BLessings recently posted…Ice Cream You Scream We All Scream For Ice Cream At Walgreens!
Oh, we love yakitori chicken and this sounds amazing! Definitely trying it on the grill.
Lois Alter Mark recently posted…the inn at rancho santa fe
That looks so delish. I can almost taste it.
Debbie Denny recently posted…No More Ugly Plugins! I Got LivingPlug! Review and Giveaway!
I love how you threaded the chicken thighs, Looks so professional like take out but much better for you.
maria @ close to home recently posted…Mornings just got better with Streusel Filled Coffee Cake Recipe
YUM! This sounds delicious! I’ve never made chicken kabobs before, but I obviously need to start. Think I could swap out the thigh meat for tenderloins or breast meat?
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Oh, wow, this looks amazing. Chicken on the grill is my fave. Pinning!
Jane – Mom Generations recently posted…Mamma Chia for Back-to-School for Moms and Kids #GIVEAWAY
I have never heard of Yakitori Chicken but it sounds amazing. I love that you made them into skewers… everything on the grill is amazing…
Pinning! This honestly looks amazing! I can’t wait to try them!
Krista recently posted…Duck Dynasty Si-Cology 1 – Autographed Copy Review & Giveaway!
Aww this is one of the things I will miss about summer, grilling food items like this.
I mostly eat chicken. Will definitely have to give this recipe a try! Looks delicious!
virginia recently posted…Pillsbury Toaster Strudel Now With MORE Fruit #StrudelNinja
Those look ridiculously good! I’m definitely saving this recipe. Thanks!
Rebekah recently posted…The Road Less Traveled – Maine Shown Through @EpicureanDC_Blog Instagram Photos
Our kids fell in love with Yakitori during a trip to Japan but I love how easy your recipe is and can’t wait for them to have me help make some this weekend for our Labor Day BBQ!
Leticia- Tech Savvy Mama recently posted…#Blogust: Lessons I’ve Learned From My Daughter as She Fundraises to Support Her First Cause
This recipe looks delicious. The hubby and I will have to make this for the family this weekends. Everyone will love it!
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Oh my goodness. I am getting so hungry. I so want to try this. Last summer I made a lot of chicken on the grill. This summer I have done nearly nothing on the grill. I need to end this summer on a high note. This just might be it.
Elizabeth Towns recently posted…Get a Headstart with your favorite recipes with Hormel
This looks so yummy! We haven’t had nearly enough chances to do any grilling this summer.
Danielle recently posted…Required Tools for Beginner Quilting (and Giveaway!)
This looks amazing! I need to try this meal this weekend! Yummy!
Yakitori chicken is one of my favorite quick & easy meals! The weather is finally turning nicer up here in Australia, and I can’t wait to get some yakitori chicken on the grill! This sounds like an excellent recipe, and it’s definitely going on the top of the list. Thanks so much for sharing!