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Chicken Skewers with Korean BBQ Sauce

Savory Chicken Skewers with Korean BBQ Sauce for Grilling Fun

These Chicken Skewers with Korean BBQ Sauce bring sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors to your grilling experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce substitute with tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang or Sriracha
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar or white sugar if necessary
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup as vegan substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil or olive oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced or powdered
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger or ground ginger in small quantities
For Grilling
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil any neutral oil
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds optional garnish
  • 2 stalks Green Onions optional

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • 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 freshly grated ginger in a mixing bowl.
  3. Cut the chicken into uniform chunks and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  4. Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked skewers, leaving space between pieces.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
  6. Grill the skewers for about 4-5 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Baste the skewers with reserved marinade during grilling for extra flavor.
  8. Let the skewers rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken up to 24 hours ahead for better flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked.

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