Description
Best Japanese BBQ Chicken is a culinary delight that transforms your average chicken dinner into a flavor-packed experience. Marinated in a delectable blend of umami-rich ingredients, this dish boasts tender, juicy chicken with a smoky aroma that will have everyone at the table craving more. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this recipe is both easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup sake or white wine
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sake, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar, sesame oil, and black pepper until combined.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour (or overnight for best results).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F) or oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper if using the oven.
- Remove chicken from marinade (discard leftover marinade) and grill for about 6-7 minutes per side or bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and juices run clear.
- Let the chicken rest for five minutes before slicing. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot with rice or grilled veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg