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Juicy Japanese Grilled Chicken

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This juicy Japanese grilled chicken is tender, glossy, and full of sweet-savory flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights or easy weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5–2 lb boneless chicken thighs
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup mirin
  • 2 tbsp sake or water
  • 1–2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
  • 1–2 tbsp neutral oil
  • 2–3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Lemon wedges, for serving
  • Skewers (if making yakitori-style)

Instructions

  1. Soak the wooden skewers in water for 20–30 minutes.
  2. Mix soy sauce, mirin, sake (or water), sugar or honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a bowl.
  3. Cut chicken into 1.25–1.5-inch pieces for even cooking. Pat dry.
  4. Add chicken to the marinade and toss to coat. Marinate for 30 minutes or up to 12 hours.
  5. Preheat the grill to medium-high (about 400–450°F / 205–230°C).
  6. Grill chicken for 10–12 minutes, turning every 2–3 minutes, brushing with reserved marinade during the last few minutes.
  7. Rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

For extra shine, reduce the reserved marinade to a syrupy glaze and brush it on before serving.

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