Korean Chicken Breasts
Introducing a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Korea right to your dinner table! These Korean Chicken Breasts are grilled to perfection, marinated in a bold and flavorful blend of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Ideal for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it a go-to option for busy schedules. Serve these juicy chicken breasts with rice, in salads, or even in tacos for a deliciously versatile meal. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you’ll impress family and friends alike with this flavor-packed dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce
- 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp light brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves (crushed)
- Optional: red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, scallions
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by placing each breast in a Ziploc bag and pounding to an even thickness of about ½ inch.
- In a medium bowl, mix together soy sauce, apple sauce, onion, sesame oil, ginger, brown sugar, and garlic. If desired, add red pepper flakes for heat. Reserve ¼ cup for later use.
- Marinate the pounded chicken in the remaining marinade within the Ziploc bag. Seal and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill each chicken breast for 2–3 minutes on each side until cooked through and juices run clear.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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