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Japanese BBQ Chicken Thighs

Crispy Japanese BBQ Chicken Thighs You Can Make Tonight

Delicious Japanese BBQ Chicken Thighs with a flavorful marinade, ready in under 30 minutes. A perfect blend of sweet and spicy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marination Time 3 hours
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Reduced sodium varieties can be used
  • 1/4 cup Japanese BBQ Sauce Preferably Bachan's Original
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust according to spice preference
  • 6 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil Use sparingly
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes Omit for milder dishes
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on recommended
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds Toast until golden

Equipment

  • grill
  • Medium bowl or resealable bag
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl or resealable bag, combine soy sauce, Japanese BBQ sauce, sriracha, minced garlic, freshly grated ginger, toasted sesame oil, red chili flakes, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk or mix thoroughly until well-blended.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, ideally up to 8 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium heat, aiming for 375-400°F.
  4. Prepare garnishes by mincing green onions and toasting sesame seeds in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Remove marinated chicken from the refrigerator and place them on the grill. Grill for 10-12 minutes, flipping every 2-3 minutes. Brush additional BBQ sauce during the last 2 minutes.
  6. Check the internal temperature of the chicken, it should reach 165°F.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then serve topped with toasted sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken thighs for at least 2-3 hours, but up to 8 hours will enhance the dish further.

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