Description
Korean chicken is a delicious dish that combines crispy, juicy chicken with a sweet and spicy glaze. This easy-to-make recipe brings the vibrant flavors of Korea right to your kitchen. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tsp chili flakes or gochujang (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken by trimming excess fat and patting dry.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until combined.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Brush with leftover marinade during the last minute of cooking for extra flavor.
- Garnish with green onions and chili flakes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg