Description
Sizzling Korean Chicken delights taste buds with its bold, spicy-sweet marinade that dances across tender meat. Crispy exterior and juicy interior make this dish a perfect balance of flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) chicken breasts or thighs, boneless and skinless
Marinade Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil (for grilling or pan-searing)
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by whisking soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and gochujang in a mixing bowl until smooth and thoroughly blended.
- Transfer chicken into a sealed container or ziplock bag, completely submerge in the prepared marinade, ensuring thorough coverage. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours to allow flavor penetration.
- Heat grill or skillet to medium-high temperature, lightly coating cooking surface with oil. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip away, and season with salt and pepper.
- Position chicken onto hot cooking surface, searing for approximately 6-7 minutes per side. Monitor internal temperature, aiming for 165°F (75°C) to guarantee safe and perfect doneness.
- Remove chicken from heat, allowing 3-4 minutes of resting time to preserve moisture and redistribute internal juices. Slice into appealing portions.
- Plate the chicken, garnishing with sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions for visual appeal and added flavor complexity. Accompany with steamed rice and fresh vegetables for a complete meal experience.
Notes
- Opt for boneless, skinless chicken thighs for maximum tenderness and rich flavor absorption during marinating.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting gochujang quantity – less for mild, more for spicy enthusiasts who love bold flavors.
- Transform this recipe into a gluten-free version by replacing traditional soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Meal-prep friendly technique: Marinate chicken overnight in sealed containers for deeper, more intense Korean-inspired taste profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg