Description
Bold and flavorful Korean Chicken Breasts marinated with garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili paste for a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon chili paste or mild chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
- Optional: Sesame seeds for garnish
- Optional: Green onions, sliced
- Optional: Fresh herbs for brightness
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, chili paste, honey, and vinegar.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken in a shallow dish or resealable bag, coat with marinade, and let marinate for 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat, add oil, and cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side.
- Add Extra Flavor: Brush remaining marinade over chicken during the last minute of cooking.
- Rest and Slice: Let chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions over chicken before serving.
Notes
For best results, pound the chicken for even cooking and better marinade absorption. Allow resting time after cooking to retain juices.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Cooking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg