Description
These Paleo Chicken Yakitori Skewers are a delicious and healthy twist on the classic Japanese dish. Marinated in a homemade paleo teriyaki sauce, these skewers are perfect for grilling and make a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Paleo Teriyaki Sauce
- 1.5 lb chicken thighs boneless, skinless
- 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt plus more during cooking
- 1/8 tsp white or black pepper optional, plus more during cooking
- 2 bundles scallions use white & pale green parts only
- Avocado oil
Instructions
- Soak the bamboo skewers: in water for 1 hour. Make the teriyaki sauce and set it aside to cool. Reserve 1/4 cup of the sauce aside for dipping use.
- Dice chicken: to 1-inch pieces. Toss and season with salt and pepper.
- Slice scallions: to 1-inch pieces.
- Thread skewers: alternate chicken and scallion pieces tightly.
- Cook skewers: on stovetop or gas grill until browned and cooked through.
- Brush with teriyaki sauce: during cooking and serve immediately.
Notes
- The skewers can be made 1 day ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Grill the next day when ready.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg