Juicy Japanese BBQ Chicken Thighs
Savor the umami flavors with these grilled chicken thighs, marinated in a savory soy sauce and brown sugar mixture, creating a deliciously comforting dish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Mix together the soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken thighs in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them.
- Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Grill the chicken thighs skin-side down for about 6-7 minutes, until nicely charred.
- Flip and grill for another 6-7 minutes, or until cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Rest before serving to retain juiciness.
Notes
Experiment with additional ingredients in the marinade, such as chili paste or citrus zest, for unique flavor profiles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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