Description
Korean BBQ Chicken is a savory and slightly sweet grilled chicken recipe packed with bold Korean-inspired flavors from soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or summer cookouts.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs, skinless or skin-on
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the marinade by combining soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a bowl until well mixed.
2. Place the chicken thighs in a resealable bag or bowl and pour the marinade over the chicken. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and allow excess marinade to drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
5. Grill the chicken thighs for 6 to 8 minutes per side until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
6. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for several minutes before serving.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
Adjust the red pepper flakes based on your preferred spice level.
Serve with steamed rice, kimchi, or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg