Juicy Japanese BBQ Chicken Thighs
Tender, marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection with a savory and sweet Japanese BBQ glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 2 tablespoons sake
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Whisk everything together until the sugar is dissolved.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a zip-lock bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well-coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Your Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Place the thighs on the grill, cooking for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate and cover it with foil. Allow it to rest for about 5 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Slice the chicken and sprinkle it with chopped green onions. Drizzle with sesame oil if desired.
Notes
These chicken thighs pair beautifully with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables. Feel free to add your own twist to the marinade for different flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Japanese BBQ, Chicken Thighs, Grilled Chicken, Marinade, Easy Dinner