Authentic Honjozo-Glazed Chicken Skewers with Ginger

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender chicken thighs marinated in traditional honjozo sake and ginger, grilled to caramelized perfection with a hint of sweetness. This japanese-inspired asian ready in about 40 minutes pairs chicken thighs, honjozo sake, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.9 (11 ratings) Prep: 30 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 320 cal/serving
Plan a meal with the AI → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honjozo sake, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Add 1.5 lbs cubed chicken thighs and marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Thread chicken onto soaked bamboo skewers, leaving 1/2-inch gaps between pieces. Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Step 3: Place skewers in pan and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning every 2 minutes, until chicken is golden brown and the glaze bubbles and thickens.

Equipment for this recipe

Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.

More Knives & cutting boards → Shop all kitchen tools →

Frequently asked questions

How long does Authentic Honjozo-Glazed Chicken Skewers with Ginger take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (30 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Authentic Honjozo-Glazed Chicken Skewers with Ginger?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Honjozo-Glazed Chicken Skewers with Ginger?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Authentic Honjozo-Glazed Chicken Skewers with Ginger for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Authentic Honjozo-Glazed Chicken Skewers with Ginger?

Japanese asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

What others are saying

Related recipes