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Chicken Skewers with Korean BBQ Sauce

Irresistible Chicken Skewers with Korean BBQ Sauce Recipe

Experience the deliciousness of Chicken Skewers with Korean BBQ Sauce, combining sweet and savory flavors for a perfect crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skewers
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs/Breasts Substitutes like chicken legs or tofu work beautifully for a vegetarian variant.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Canola oil recommended for a neutral flavor.
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Switch to tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Korean chili paste.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Can use white sugar or honey instead.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey For vegan option, swap with maple syrup.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a replacement.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Olive oil can replace, but expect flavor shift.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Or use garlic powder as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Ground ginger can work if fresh is unavailable.
For the Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Can also use chopped nuts.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Wooden Skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  2. Whisk together soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger for marinade.
  3. Marinate chicken pieces for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  4. Thread marinated chicken onto soaked skewers, leaving gaps for even cooking.
  5. Grill skewers for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  6. Baste with reserved marinade while grilling to enhance flavors.
  7. Let skewers rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep, these skewers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for 2 months.

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