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Korean Chicken Skewers

Irresistible Korean Chicken Skewers for Your Next BBQ Delight

Enjoy the flavor explosion of Korean Chicken Skewers, marinated in a delicious gochujang sauce. Perfect for impressing guests at your next barbecue!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs boneless, skinless preferred
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Ginger finely grated
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar light or dark
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil pure
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Korean hot pepper paste
For Grilling
  • 8 pieces Skewers wooden or metal
  • 2 stalks Green Onions optional garnish

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken thighs into 1½ inch cubes and set aside.
  2. Make the Marinade: Whisk ginger, garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and gochujang in a bowl.
  3. Marinate the Chicken: Toss half the marinade with chicken and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  4. Reserve Marinade for Basting: Store the remaining marinade in the refrigerator.
  5. Preheat the Grill: Heat the grill to medium (350°F to 400°F) and oil the grates.
  6. Assemble the Skewers: Thread chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving space between them.
  7. Grill the Skewers: Cook skewers for 20 to 30 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Baste for Flavor: Baste skewers with reserved marinade during the last few minutes of cooking.
  9. Serve and Garnish: Remove from grill, let rest, then serve hot with optional green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate chicken overnight. Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper doneness. Wooden skewers should be soaked for 30 minutes before grilling.

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