Baked Yakitori Chicken

Baked Yakitori Chicken is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken marinated in a savory, slightly sweet sauce, then baked to perfection. This kosher version captures the authentic flavors of Japan while being easy to prepare at home.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs, boneless - 300 grams
• Soy sauce (Kosher) - 60 ml
• Mirin (Kosher) - 30 ml
• Sake (Kosher) - 30 ml
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon (15 grams)
• Garlic, minced - 1 clove
• Ginger, grated - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks
• Sesame seeds, toasted - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
3. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. Line a baking dish with parchment paper and arrange the marinated chicken pieces evenly in the dish.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice glaze.
6. Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Contains ginger and garlic, which have anti-inflammatory properties.

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