Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of Korean BBQ Chicken, a delightful dish that combines savory, sweet, and spicy elements for a truly unforgettable meal. This recipe features tender chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of sesame oil, ginger, and Korean chili powder. Quick to prepare and versatile enough to serve at any gathering or casual dinner, it’s perfect for wrapping in crisp lettuce leaves with Ssamjang sauce. Whether enjoyed as part of a family feast or a solo treat, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress with its charred perfection and vibrant taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 4 teaspoons fresh ginger
- 4 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons Korean red chili powder (gochugaru)
- 16 lettuce leaves for wrapping
- Ssamjang sauce for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, corn syrup, ginger, garlic, gochugaru, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Add sliced chicken thighs to the marinade and stir until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill surface.
- Grill marinated chicken for about 5 minutes per side or until fully cooked and charred.
- Let the chicken rest briefly before serving with lettuce leaves and Ssamjang sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of grilled chicken (150g)
- Calories: 316
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 96mg