Description
Indulge in the authentic flavors of Korea with our Rich Korean Chicken Breasts. This simple yet delicious dish features tender chicken breasts marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and Korean spices. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering, this recipe is versatile enough to pair beautifully with various sides, ensuring that every bite is an experience worth savoring.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, gochugaru, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off.
- Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg