Grilled Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Experience the bold flavors and satisfying crunch of the Grilled Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich, a perfect meal for any occasion. This delectable sandwich features marinated grilled chicken thighs infused with a delightful blend of sesame oil, garlic, and gochujang. Topped with refreshing pickled cucumbers and a spicy mayo sauce, each bite is a delicious journey through sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. Whether you’re hosting a game day gathering or enjoying a casual weeknight dinner, this sandwich is sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
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- 1 whole seedless cucumber (sliced into 1/8 inch rounds)
- 1 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup ice (heaping cup)
- extra water (to top off container)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon grated garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1–2 tablespoons gochujang (depends on your heat tolerance)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Korean BBQ Rub
- 2 tablespoons water (for a slurry)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for a slurry)
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 1 – 2 tablespoons sriracha (depending on your heat tolerance)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon low sodium soy sauce
- 2.5 pounds chicken thighs (boneless skinless and trimmed of extra fat) (about 8 – 10 thighs)
- ¼ cup Korean BBQ rub
- Sandwich buns or rolls
Instructions
- Prepare pickled cucumbers by mixing rice vinegar, salt, sugar, and ice in a bowl. Add cucumber slices to the mixture and refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Marinate chicken thighs in a mixture of sesame oil, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, honey, and rice vinegar for at least one hour.
- Grill marinated chicken thighs over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Allow to rest before slicing.
- Mix mayonnaise with sriracha and soy sauce to create the sauce.
- Assemble your sandwich by spreading spicy mayo on buns and layering with sliced grilled chicken and pickled cucumbers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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