Korean Chicken Breasts
Experience the vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine with these succulent Korean Chicken Breasts. This easy-to-follow recipe features tender chicken marinated in a delightful blend of soy sauce, apple sauce, ginger, and garlic. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend barbecues, this dish is ready in just minutes on the grill. The juicy chicken, complemented by a hint of sweetness and spice, will impress family and friends alike. Serve it over rice, in wraps, or alongside a fresh salad for a versatile meal that caters to everyone’s tastes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: Serves four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to about ½ inch thickness using a meat mallet.
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, apple sauce, chopped onion, sesame oil, ginger, brown sugar, crushed garlic, and red pepper flakes (if desired).
- Reserve ¼ cup of marinade and pour the rest over the chicken in a Ziploc bag. Seal and marinate in the fridge for at least one hour.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill each piece of chicken for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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