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Japanese Yuzu Kosho Chicken Skewers with Grilled Shishito Peppers

Name: Japanese Yuzu Kosho Chicken Skewers with Grilled Shishito Peppers
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Chicken thighs, 1 lb (450g), skinless and boneless, cut into 1-inch cubes; Yuzu kosho, 2 tbsp; Soy sauce, 3 tbsp; Mirin, 1 tbsp; Sesame oil, 1 tbsp; Shishito peppers, 8 oz (225g); Olive oil, 1 tbsp; Sea salt, 1/2 tsp; Lime juice, Juice of 1/2 lime; Honey, 2 tbsp; Rice vinegar, 1 tbsp; Ginger, grated, 1 tsp

Unlock the flavors of Japan with these delectable chicken skewers marinated in yuzu kosho and paired with smoky, slightly spicy grilled shishito peppers.

4.2(274 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·August 27, 2025

Japanese Yuzu Kosho Chicken Skewers with Grilled Shishito Peppers — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Chicken Marinade

For the Grilled Shishito Peppers

For the Glaze

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 367 kcal
Protein: 25.63 g
Carbs: 15.88 g
Fat: 21.63 g
Fiber: 1 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1467 kcal
Protein: 102.5 g
Carbs: 63.5 g
Fat: 86.5 g
Fiber: 4 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Chicken thighs 1 lb (450g), skinless and boneless, cut into 1-inch cubes	950	97	0	58	0
Yuzu kosho 2 tbsp	15	0.5	3	0.5	0
Soy sauce 3 tbsp	30	3	3	0	0
Mirin 1 tbsp	40	0	8	0	0
Sesame oil 1 tbsp	120	0	0	14	0
Shishito peppers 8 oz (225g)	60	2	12	0	4
Olive oil 1 tbsp	120	0	0	14	0
Sea salt 1/2 tsp	0	0	0	0	0
Lime juice Juice of 1/2 lime	5	0	2	0	0
Honey 2 tbsp	120	0	34	0	0
Rice vinegar 1 tbsp	5	0	1	0	0
Ginger, grated 1 tsp	2	0	0.5	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Chicken

1
Combine ingredients
Combine yuzu kosho, soy sauce, mirin, and sesame oil in a bowl.
Tip: Yuzu kosho can be quite spicy; adjust to taste as needed.
2
Coat the chicken
Add chicken pieces and mix until evenly coated.
3
Marinate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
Tip: Thread the chicken tightly onto the skewers for even cooking.

Preparing the Shishito Peppers

1
Season the peppers
Toss shishito peppers in olive oil and sea salt.
2
Add lime juice
Squeeze fresh lime juice over the peppers.

How to Make Japanese Yuzu Kosho Chicken Skewers with Grilled Shishito Peppers

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Grilling the Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and skewer the marinated chicken. Grill for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
2
Glazing
Combine honey, rice vinegar, and grated ginger. Brush the glaze over the chicken during the last minute of grilling.
3
Grilling the Peppers
Place shishito peppers on the grill and cook until blistered, turning occasionally, about 4-5 minutes.