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Korean BBQ chicken thighs with a glossy red glaze and sesame seeds on a wide platter with rice, set on a table, natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

Korean BBQ Chicken Thighs

Grilled chicken thighs with a sweet and savory Korean barbecue sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb chicken thighs
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp gochujang
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

Method
 

  1. Whisk the soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, and sesame oil into a marinade. Reserve 1/4 cup in a clean bowl for brushing.
  2. Coat the chicken thighs with the remaining marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Grill over medium heat for about 8 minutes per side.
  4. Brush with the clean reserved marinade as the chicken cooks.
  5. Cook until caramelized and the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C), then sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Notes

Serve over rice with kimchi for the full spread.