Korean Chicken Breasts
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4.9
Korean Chicken Breasts
Description
Korean Chicken Breasts are prepared by pounding boneless, skinless chicken breasts to an even thickness and marinating them in a blend of soy sauce, unsweetened applesauce, onion, sesame oil, grated ginger, brown sugar, garlic, red pepper flakes, and sesame seeds. The marinade imparts contrasting sweet and savory tones with a mild heat if the red pepper is included.
Grilled over medium-high heat, the chicken cooks quickly, preserving juiciness and developing a light char. Reserving part of the marinade to baste during grilling intensifies flavor and moisture. The toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced scallions finish the dish with a nutty crunch and fresh bite.
This chicken works well as a main dish served with steamed rice or vegetables. The flavor profile offers approachable Korean-inspired notes without complex ingredients or techniques, making it suitable for varied palates.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast cut in half lengthwise, from 2 breasts, boneless, skinless
- 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium or gluten-free
- 1/4 cup applesauce unsweetened
- 1/4 cup yellow onion finely chopped
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 1 tbsp light brown sugar
- 2 garlic crushed, cloves
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (plus more for topping)
- 2 scallions white and green parts, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts, 1 at a time, in a Ziploc bag. Pound the chicken breast to an even thickness, about ½ inch thick, being careful not to puncture the bag.
- In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, apple sauce, onion, sesame oil, ginger, brown sugar, garlic, red pepper flakes, if using and sesame seeds. Reserve ¼ cup of the marinade and transfer the remainder to the Ziploc bag with the chicken. Refrigerate and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Over medium-high heat, grill the chicken for 2 to 3 minutes or until it no longer sticks to the grill. Turn the chicken, spoon the reserved ¼ cup of marinade over each breast and grill an addition 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 180 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4oz | |
| Calories | 180kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 4.5g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 666mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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