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Grilled Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich

Grilled Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich

Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Grilled Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich, a perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and savory that elevates any meal. This sandwich features tender chicken thighs marinated in a rich Korean BBQ rub, complemented by the crunch of refreshing pickled cucumbers and a zesty sriracha mayo. Ideal for backyard barbecues or cozy family dinners, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re serving it as a main course or slicing it up for appetizers at gatherings, this sandwich promises to impress with its flavor explosion.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 pounds chicken thighs (boneless skinless and trimmed of extra fat)
  • ¼ cup Korean BBQ rub
  • 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 teaspoon cornstarch (for a slurry)
  • 2 tablespoons water (for a slurry)
  • ¼ cup mayo
  • 1 – 2 tablespoons sriracha (depending on your heat tolerance)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon low sodium soy sauce
  • Sandwich buns or rolls

Instructions

  1. Prepare pickled cucumbers by mixing rice vinegar, salt, sugar, ice, and water. Add sliced cucumbers and let sit for 30 minutes.
  2. Marinate chicken thighs in a mixture of sesame oil, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, and Korean BBQ rub for at least two hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  4. Combine mayonnaise, sriracha, sesame oil, and soy sauce in a bowl for the sauce; add cornstarch slurry for thickness.
  5. Assemble sandwiches with grilled chicken on buns topped with pickled cucumbers and sauce.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 250g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: For added flavor depth, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust gochujang and sriracha levels based on your spice tolerance. Toast buns lightly before assembly to enhance texture.