A delightful take on traditional Japanese yakitori, these grilled chicken skewers are flavorful and easy to prepare.
Prepare the sauce by combining the soy sauce, sake, mirin, and sugar in a small saucepan.
Stir the sauce continuously to ensure the sugar dissolves evenly.
Bring the sauce to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Keep an eye on the sauce to prevent it from burning.
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and slice the green onions into 2-inch lengths.
Ensure the chicken pieces are of uniform size for even cooking.
Thread the chicken and green onion pieces alternately onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
Leave a small gap between pieces to allow even heat distribution.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Oil the grill grates lightly to prevent sticking.
Grill the skewers, turning occasionally and basting with the sauce, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Serve the skewers hot, garnished with additional sauce if desired.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds or chopped green onions for extra flavor and presentation.