Whole30 Yakitori

Elevate your grilling game with this flavorful and healthy Whole30 Yakitori recipe! Perfectly tender chicken thighs and vibrant green onions are threaded onto bamboo skewers and basted with a savory-sweet glaze made from coconut aminos, fresh orange juice, and Whole30-compliant rice vinegar. This Japanese-inspired dish is packed with umami goodness, thanks to aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and a touch of natural sweetness from date paste. Quick to prepare and grill in under 15 minutes, these juicy skewers are perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend barbecues. Serve them hot and pair with your favorite Whole30 sides for a satisfying, wholesome meal that's gluten-free, soy-free, and bursting with authentic flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken thighs
• 6 stalks green onions (scallions)
• 0.25 cup coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (Whole30-compliant)
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon date paste
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 8 pieces bamboo skewers

Directions

Step 1

Soak the bamboo skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning while grilling.

Step 2

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

Trim the green onions and cut them into 1-inch segments.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the coconut aminos, orange juice, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, date paste, sea salt, and black pepper to create the glaze.

Step 5

Thread the chicken pieces and green onion segments alternately onto the soaked bamboo skewers. Aim for 4-5 pieces of chicken per skewer, separated by green onion segments.

Step 6

Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates if necessary.

Step 7

Place the skewers on the grill. Brush the glaze over the skewers using a silicone brush and cook for 3-4 minutes on one side.

Step 8

Flip the skewers, brush with more glaze, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Repeat this process until the chicken is cooked through and has an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 9

Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your juicy Whole30 Yakitori skewers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(692.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1082.0

Total Fat 50.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 426.4mg	0%
Sodium 2605.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 23.9g
Protein 119.6g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 93.4mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 1353.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.0%

Protein: 45.6%

Carbs: 11.4%