Description
Savor the deliciousness of Yakitori-Inspired Salt And Pepper Chicken Bites, a dish that encapsulates the authentic flavors of Japan. These succulent chicken bites are marinated to perfection in a savory-sweet blend, then grilled to achieve beautiful char marks that enhance both taste and presentation. Perfect for any occasion, whether as party appetizers or a quick snack at home, these bites are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With minimal prep time and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll have a delightful dish ready in no time. Enjoy them on skewers for an engaging finger food experience or serve them with dipping sauces for added flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sake (or white wine)
- 1 tablespoon mirin (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Vegetable oil for grilling
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, sake, mirin, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, black pepper, and salt. Add chicken pieces; toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and brush with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. If using skewers, thread the chicken pieces onto them.
- Grill chicken skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through and marked with grill lines.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg