Korean BBQ Chicken
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
351 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Korean BBQ Chicken
Description
This Korean BBQ Chicken recipe includes a marinade made from soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, and Sriracha, which balances savory, sweet, tangy, and spicy notes. The chicken pieces are skewered, seasoned with salt, pepper, and optional five-spice powder, then brushed with the marinade while grilling for 8-10 minutes. This cooking method creates a glossy, slightly charred coating while keeping the chicken juicy inside.
The grilled chicken is served over steamed rice or noodles, with leftover sauce for dipping and a sprinkle of chopped green onions to add a crisp, oniony brightness. This meal pairs well with simple sides and presents a flavorful, self-contained main course.
Optional baking instructions allow preparing the chicken in the oven at 400°F for 12-16 minutes, brushing with sauce multiple times. Using a thick teriyaki sauce can substitute for soy sauce for a different flavor variation.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breast cut into 1.5 inch pieces, boneless skinless
- salt
- black pepper
- 1 teaspoon five-spice powder optional, Asian
- 3 green onions finely chopped
- rice optional, steamed; or cooked noodles for serving
Korean bbq sauce
- ½ cup soy sauce see note, low sodium
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil toasted
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce or 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons water cold; plus 2 teaspoons corn starch
Instructions
Prepare the bbq sauce
- In a medium sauce pan over medium-high heat stir together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha, and garlic. Bring to a boil.
- In a small bowl stir together cold water and corn starch til dissolved. Stir into boiling sauce.
- Remove from heat and divide between two bowls. Reserve one bowl for serving later.
Prepare the chicken
- Skewer chicken onto metal or soaked wooden skewers.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper to taste, and Asian five spice if you have it.
- Brush chicken all over with the Korean bbq sauce (from one bowl - remember to reserve one bowl for serving).
- GRILL over medium heat 8-10 minutes turning periodically and brushing with additional bbq sauce after each turn. (See note for baking option)
- Serve over rice or noodles with reserved sauce and garnish with green onions. Enjoy!
Notes
- You may substitute thick teriyaki sauce for soy sauce to vary the flavor.
- Baking option: bake chicken at 400°F for 12-16 minutes, brushing with sauce 2-3 times during cooking.
- Serve with steamed white rice and a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 351 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 351kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 1353mg | 56% |
| Potassium | 736mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 141IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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