Description
Indulge in the flavorful delight of the Spicy Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Crispy Slaw, a delectable fusion that will elevate your meals. This sandwich features juicy chicken thighs marinated in a spicy gochujang sauce, delivering an irresistible kick. Topped with a refreshing crispy slaw, it offers the perfect balance of heat and crunch. Ideal for picnics, gatherings, or cozy dinners at home, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Each bite promises an explosion of taste that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup green cabbage (shredded)
- 1 cup carrots (julienned)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional for extra heat)
- 4 burger buns (preferably brioche)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Oil for cooking (canola or vegetable)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken thighs into a resealable plastic bag or bowl and pour the marinade over them. Ensure the chicken is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour but ideally overnight for maximum flavor.
- While the chicken marinates, prepare the crispy slaw. In a large bowl, mix together shredded cabbage and julienned carrots.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, and sriracha if using. Pour this dressing over the cabbage and carrots. Toss until evenly coated and set aside to let flavors meld.
- Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to coat the surface lightly. Remove chicken thighs from marinade allowing excess to drip off before grilling them for about 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred.
- While chicken rests after grilling, toast burger buns on a grill or toaster until golden brown.
- To assemble each sandwich: Place sliced chicken on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Add crispy slaw on top. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds. Finish with top half of bun.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg