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Korean Chicken Skewers

Savory Korean Chicken Skewers Your New BBQ Favorite

These Korean Chicken Skewers are a delicious, quick-to-prepare BBQ favorite that showcases authentic Korean flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger, minced or 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced or 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce or standard soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar light or dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil pure sesame oil preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang or a mix of tomato paste and sriracha
For Assembly
  • 8 pieces Skewers wooden or metal
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions optional garnish

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skewers

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken into 1½-inch cubes and set aside.
  2. Prepare the marinade by whisking together all marinade ingredients.
  3. Marinade the chicken in half of the marinade for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  4. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
  5. Preheat the grill to medium heat and oil the grates.
  6. Grill the skewers for 20-30 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes.
  7. Baste with reserved marinade during the last few minutes of grilling.
  8. Serve the skewers hot, garnished with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to marinate chicken well for maximum flavor. Soak wooden skewers to prevent burning.

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