Japanese Yakitori Chicken Skewer Bowl with Sesame Edamame & Crispy Garlic Rice
Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium
Tender chicken thighs glazed with a sweet-savory mirin and soy sauce, grilled on skewers and served over crispy garlic-infused rice with steamed edamame. A fun, interactive dinner where kids can assemble their own bowls—authentic Japanese flavors made approachable for the whole family!
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup soy sauce, low-sodium preferred
- 4 tbsp mirin, sweet rice wine
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 5 cloves garlic, minced, divided
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cups cooked rice, white or brown, prepared ahead
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil, for grilling
- 1.5 cups frozen shelled edamame
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, white or black
- 3 stalks scallions, sliced
- 8 wooden or metal skewers
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