Korean Chicken – Skinny Taste

These Korean Grilled Chicken Breasts are juicy, sweet, and spicy! I grill them all year long using my indoor grill pan when it's cold.

Korean BBQ Chicken Breast

I love Korean food, and this Korean BBQ Chicken Breast Recipe is no exception! This marinade turns boring chicken breast into a delicious meal served over rice, in a lettuce wrap, or in a bowl. Some other Korean dishes I love are this simple Korean beef bowl, this Gochujang marinated salmon, and this Korean Gochujang marinated meatballs.

These grilled Korean chicken breasts will become your new favorite

This Korean BBQ Chicken is the best grilled chicken recipe ever! Not only because I am obsessed with Korean food, but also because it is so juicy and delicious. And this compliment is coming from a girl who prefers dark meat. Here's why I will be grilling this chicken all summer long.

• Quick and easy: Perfect for a weeknight grill
• delicious: You'll never want to buy bottled marinades from the supermarket again!
• Crowd pleaser: Don't take my word for how delicious this dish is. This chicken recipe has earned a 5/5 rating from 88 reviews.

If you've tried this simple Korean BBQ chicken recipe, please leave a comment and let me know what you think. Enjoy!

ingredient

This Korean seasoning will use ingredients you already have in your pantry. Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

• chicken: Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make four thin, wide cutlets.
• I am Willow For salty and rich flavor
• applesauce: Traditional Korean BBQ marinades use grated or pureed pears to add a subtle sweetness and tenderize the meat. Applesauce offers similar benefits without requiring any additional kitchen tools.
• onion: Finely chop the yellow onion.
• Sesame oil It adds a nutty flavor and creates a smooth marinade that coats the chicken better.
• ginger: It is recommended to use fresh ginger. Substituting dried ginger will not give the same effect.
• garlic: Crush the garlic to bring out its flavor.
• red pepper powder Optional, but good if you like a spicy marinade.
• Sesame For marinade and grilled chicken topping
• green onion For a fancy decoration

How to Make Korean Chicken Breast

You can make the best Korean BBQ chicken breast in just 3 simple steps. Scroll down for the full recipe.

1. To ensure even cooking of chickenPlace the chicken breasts in a Ziploc bag and pound to ½ inch thickness, being careful not to poke holes in the bag, and repeat with the remaining pieces.
2. How to Make Korean BBQ Chicken Marinade: Place all ingredients in a medium bowl. Set aside 1/4 cup for later use and transfer the rest to a plastic bag with the chicken. Refrigerate and marinate for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
3. Grilled Chicken: Grill the chicken over medium heat for a few minutes. Then turn over and pour the remaining marinade over each piece and grill for another 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Korean Chicken Recipe Tips and Variations

• If you prefer dark meatYou can also use this Korean BBQ marinade on boneless chicken thighs.
• To make a kababCut the chicken into cubes, season, and skewer.
• protein: Try this Korean seasoning on other protein foods like steak, pork, and salmon.
• I am Willow: If you are gluten-free, use low-sodium tamari, and if you are soy-free, use coconut aminos as a substitute.
• No applesauce? Grate the pear or apple.
• sweetener: Try replacing brown sugar with honey.
• Red pepper powder: To make the chicken more tender, reduce the chili peppers, or substitute Sriracha if you don't have chili peppers.
• No grill? No problem! Grill the chicken in a grill pan or cast iron skillet on the stovetop. You can also air fry it at 380°F for 5 minutes on each side.

Served with Korean BBQ Chicken

My family usually eats this Korean BBQ chicken with rice and a simple vegetable salad, like this quick cabbage salad or this Asian mango salad. Here are some more ideas.

• Korean Tacos: If you want to make a low-carb lettuce wrap, wrap the chicken in your favorite tortilla or lettuce leaves.
• Lettuce Wrap: Served wrapped in lettuce with rice and topped with gochujang.
• vegetable: While the chicken is grilling, try adding some zucchini or asparagus to the grill. Roasted broccoli or edamame would also be good.
• bowl: Serve over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice with vegetables such as cucumber, cabbage, and edamame. You can also make an extra marinade and reserve some to drizzle over the bowl.

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• refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freezing cooked chicken After storing for 3 months, thaw in the refrigerator.
• Reheat Heat in the microwave until warm.
• Freeze raw chicken Then store the marinade in a ziploc bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator and grill as directed.

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