If you love bold, savory-sweet flavors and crave a grilled chicken dish that’s both easy and delicious make Korean BBQ Chicken. This dish delivers that classic Korean barbecue flavor right from your backyard grill or stovetop.
This Korean BBQ Chicken recipe is bold, flavorful, and guaranteed to be a hit at your dinner table or summer barbecue. With its savory sauce and tender grilled texture, it’s everything you love about Korean barbecue, made simple at home!
We love making Asian Recipes and you will too with this easy Korean BBQ Chicken Recipe! If you love these delicious flavors, then you may like Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry, Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Chicken, Sesame Beef, Hibachi Chicken, General Tso’s Chicken and Easy Black Pepper Chicken Recipe.
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Why You’ll Love Korean BBQ Chicken
- Packed with Flavor – Sweet, spicy, garlicky, and smoky taste for that classic Korean dish Flavor.
- Simple Sauce – Comes together in 10 minutes with pantry staples.
- Versatile – Great with rice, lettuce wraps, or in a Korean chicken rice bowl.
- Grilled or Pan-cooked – Works on the grill, stovetop, or even in the oven.
Ingredients
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts – Filet to make chicken about the same size
- Salt – Kosher salt or regular salt can be used
- Low Sodium Soy Sauce – If you are out, see Best Soy Sauce Substitute. For a gluten-free option use Coconut Aminos
- Brown Sugar – Learn How to Make Brown Sugar. You can even substitute with honey
- Rice Vinegar – See The Best Substitutes for Rice Vinegar or substitute with rice wine vinegar.
- Sesame Oil – If you are out, see The Best Sesame Oil Substitute
- Sriracha Sauce – This adds a hint of spice
- Minced Garlic – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
- Cornstarch – Helps to thicken the sauce
Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe in the recipe card.
How to Make Korean BBQ Chicken
Step 1 – Whisk together all the sauce ingredients in a medium saucepan until well combined. Heat the mixture over medium high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Heat the mixture for 3-4 minutes until the mixture is cooked through and thickened.
Step 2 – Remove from the heat and divide the sauce evenly into 2 bowls.
Step 3 – Preheat the grill to 350 degrees F or medium heat. Gently brush the grates of the grill with the oil to prevent the chicken from sticking.
Step 4 – Brush the sauce from one of the bowls all over the chicken breasts. Place the chicken on the grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes per size until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Step 5 – Remove the chicken from the grill, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
- Step 6 – Brush the remaining Korean BBQ sauce on the chicken (heavily coating both sides).
- Step 7 – Slice the chicken against the grain and it’s ready to serve and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Marinate – For a deeper rich flavor, feel free to marinate the chicken before grilling.
- Chicken – We recommend grilling chicken that is about the same size so the it cooks evenly. Make sure to use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature before slicing. Resting chicken after grilling allows it to lock in the juices.
Variations Ideas
- Spicier – Add 1 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) and gochujang which is a korean chili paste. We have even added a teaspoon of ginger for even more flavor.
- Sweet Twist – Add 2 tablespoons of pineapple juice or puree to the marinade.
- Change Meat – Feel free to make this chicken recipe with boneless chicken thighs. You can even use the sauce to make a pork tenderloin, shrimp, steak or salmon.
- Skewers – Dice the chicken and brush the sauce on the chicken for another delicious way to use this sauce.
What to Serve with Korean BBQ Chicken?
Korean BBQ Chicken makes a delicious Main Dish Recipe. It can be served with many ways with your favorite Side Dishes. Try these family favorites to complete any meal.
- Serve with Instant pot White Rice Recipe or Jasmine Rice Recipe with a side of Air Fryer Broccoli or any vegetables. You can even serve with a side of Tiktok Ramen.
- Shred the chicken and make Lettuce Wraps. Garnish with green onions and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Make a Korean Chicken Rice loaded with Teriyaki Veggies.
- You can even top your favorite salad with this delicious chicken.
- Wonton Soup is another great option to serve with this BBQ Chicken.
Frequently Asked Questions
Korean BBQ Chicken has a sweetness, spicy and savory flavor. The combination of the ingredients gives it a rich flavor that causes it to have a mild to medium spice level. You can adjust the spice level by reducing the sriracha sauce ingredients.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. Reheat leftovers in the microwave.
Yes, you can freeze chicken in the marinade for up to 2 months in a freezer safe storage bag. Thaw in the fridge overnight when ready to cook.
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Korean BBQ Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
For the Sauce:
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- ½ cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce
- ⅓ cup Brown Sugar
- ¼ cup Rice Vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons Sesame Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Sriracha Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
- 2 Tablespoon Cornstarch
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Instructions
- Whisk together all the sauce ingredients in a medium saucepan until well combined.
- Heat the mixture over medium high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Heat the mixture for 3-4 minutes until the mixture is cooked through and thickened.
- Remove from the heat and divide the sauce evenly into 2 bowls.
- Preheat the grill to 350 degrees F. Gently brush the grates of the grill with the oil to prevent the chicken from sticking.
- Brush the sauce from one of the bowls all over the chicken breasts.
- Place the chicken on the grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes per size until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Only
- Remove the chicken from the grill, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
- Brush the remaining Korean BBQ sauce on the chicken (heavily coating both sides).
- Slice the chicken against the grain and it’s ready to serve and enjoy!
Great recipe for delicious chicken! Quick& Easy.
The family all agrees 🙂
Thank you so much Jennifer! I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it and thank you for the positive review!
Best Korean barbecue chicken recipe! Just the right amount of sweet and spicy! Can’t wait to make it again!
Laura – Thanks for letting us know. That makes our day!
Can’t wait to try this one. It sounds sooo awesome!
What is the best soy sauce to use? Which do you recommend? I love La Choy soy sauce.
Very good
Tina, I’m so glad you liked it.
I love this recipe. I added a2 tablespoons of pineapple juice to it. Delicious and a keeper
I’m so glad you enjoyed it Brenda. The additional of the pineapple juice sounds amazing. Thank you for sharing and thank you so much for the positive review.
O.M.G Love it and so easy to make. Thank’s for a great recipe!
Marc – Yay! I’m thrilled you loved it!
Can’t wait to try this! And thanks for putting the substitute ingredients 😉
Heather – You’re very welcome. I’m glad you found it helpful. Can’t wait for you to try it.
I’m looking forward to trying this recipe sounds good.
Randy -Can’t wait for you to try it! I hope you love it too!
I cooked this recipe on my outdoor grill slowly and was surprised how good it was. I definitely will be using this recipe again and again. ?????
BBQ is the best!
Lynn – I’m so glad you enjoyed it.
This sounds amazing and I bet they freeze well too.!!!
Sherry – I can’t wait for you to try it! Hope you love it as much as we do.
I’m gonna make this for my Sunday dinner can’t wait to taste it.
Love this recipe, the flavor is great. My chicken stayed moist, when it usually dries out on grill. This will definitely go in my cards of favorites.
Debbie – Wahoo!!!! Thanks for sharing!
This sounds amazing can’t wait to make it!!!
Tina – We love it! I hope you do too once you try it!
Looks good
Helen – We love it!
This looks so good. I am rating it a four because I haven’t made it yet. I am going to try it in the oven as I don’t
grill.
Loy – I can’t wait for you to try it!
This is an excellent recipe
Ciecie – Thank you so much! I’m so glad you loved it.
Looks absolutely delicious
Blake – We love it! Hope you do too.
I made this a couple nights ago and it was absolutely delicious!!! I’ll be making it regularly for sure.
Robin – Aww Thank you SO much!
Not big fans of chicken breasts so I made this with beef cutlets instead. The sauce is so good!
I love your great recipes. Easy & for on the budget families.
Thank you for all you do.
Sincerely true
Michelle Chavez
Michelle – Thank you for your kind words. It made our day and means SO much!
You always provide a recipe that keeps you in tlhe kitchen. Plan, simple and delicious.
This was delish!
Deborah – Thanks for letting us know. I’m so glad!
I love this recipe. The chicken is so flavorful and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.
This recipe is delicious!! I love spicy food and so this was right up my alley. Thank you for the recipe.
Jessica – Thank you SO much! It means a lot that you shared your feedback.
Looks good!
I’ve got to try new recipes this summer?
I’m committed to it. ?
I might just try this in the Air Fryer..?
Delicious recipe for the grill ! Love the flavors in this one !
I love Korean Bar B Que. This recipe sounds so good and I can’t wait to cook it. Fixing the chicken on the grill makes it fun for parties. Thank you for great recipe.
Alice – You’re so welcome. I’m excited for you to make it.
I love this flavor! Will be trying this soon. Thank you for a simple delicious recipe.
Jennifer – I’m so glad! Can’t wait to hear your feedback!
Fantastic recipe!
Bonnie – Thanks for leaving your feedback. It brightened my day.
Can’t wait to try this recipe! I would love making this into a lettuce wrap!
Tiffiny – Great idea! I bet that would be delicious.
Sounds DELICIOUS !
Joan – It is SO good! Can’t wait for you to try it.
This is so full of flavor and finger-licking good; you can’t go wrong!
Pam – Thanks for sharing. I’m so glad you loved this chicken!
Love Korean BBQ. This recipe does not disappoint. Great!
Mike – Thank you for your kind comment! I’m so glad you loved it.
Enjoyed a different taste palate, a little spicy, but my family loved it.
Drina – You made our day! Thanks for the feedback.
Easy and simple . I used chicken thighs. Also cut back on sriracha to 1/2 Tbles.
Roberta – I’m so glad you loved it!
Love this! Making extra to freeze is so EASY for a quick dinner… Kabobs mmmmmmm
Heather – Great idea! We love it too!
This looks yummy. Wondering if it would work in the oven.
Theresa, I haven’t tested that yet but I think it would be delicious. I would bake at 400 degrees F for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. I hope you enjoy it!
This will be a treat to have on a Saturday afternoon!!
Kathy – yes! We love it too!
I made these last night. everyone ate all and wanted more
Woohoo! I’m so glad everyone enjoyed this recipe. Thank you for sharing.
This is a great recipe and so simple – I usually just eyeball the measurements and add a pinch of MSG.
Thank you so much for sharing Kali.
Looks delicious. I can’t wait to try it!
Angela – Let me know what you think once you try it. We love it!
Cooking this tonight the sauce sounds good.
Bonnie – Yay! Can’t wait to hear your feedback!
Sounds good. I’m going to have to try this. I love BBQ. I might, however, cut back on the hot sauce.
This was an easy and fun reciepe to make. My kids loved it as well as the adults. I will defiantly be making this reciepe again, adds spice to the table after so many dull/original meals.
Dakota – I’m so glad the entire family enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing!
We love Korean chicken and the fact it’s made outside since we have a side burner on our grill makes this perfect for our summers!
Ally – I’m so glad! It sure is tasty!
Family enjoy this bbq
Beverly – Yay! That makes my day!
Excellent. Easy to make and such wonderful flavors. Keep sending more wonderful recipes
Linda – You made our day! Thanks for your kind words and I’m so glad you enjoyed it.
This was easy to make and full of flavor. Was a win with my family!
This recipe looks delicious and easy to make! Can’t wait to try it!
I loved this recipe going to be making it for my family almost once a week
Cynthia – Yay! So glad your family loved this. Thanks for taking the time to let us know.
Very tasty, but I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of chicken breast because I like that thighs are juicer.
Patricia – That sound good! So glad you tried it and loved it.
This Asian dish looks so good! My family enjoys Asian cuisine and we do eat a lot of chicken!
This will be an easy and good dish to prepare for a change.
Denise – We love it and hope you do too! I can’t wait for you to try it.
I eat Korean BBQ meatballs served over rice, and I think this recipe will be just as delicious! Thanks for sharing another terrific recipe, and stay safe in this heat wave!
I really like how easily this recipe can be adapted to personal tastes. I like heat so using the chili paste was a great addition, goes great with the sweetness.
Chavala – yes! It is so easy to adapt, and we love it too!
Sounds delicious. I pls n to make it soon.
Ann – I hope you love it.
Yummo!!!!
Christine – So glad you love it!
Delish ?
This looks, and sounds so delicious…and yes easy!! Thanks for sharing this recipe. Cannot wait to try this!!
Vicky – You’re welcome. Can’t wait for you to try it.
Delish ??
Patricia – I’m so glad you loved it. Thanks for sharing.
This is a great recipe to change up the chicken dishes I usually serve, and it was amazing! Thank you for this easy recipe. 🙂
Karina – You’re very welcome! So glad you loved it. It means a lot that you shared your feedback.
The Korean Chicken looks and sounds delicious. Something that takes minutes to prepare, but when you serve it tastes like you put a lot of effort into it. What cook doesn’t appreciate a recipe like that .
Lynn – We love it too! So glad you plan to try it.
I love Korean bbq beef so I can’t wait to try this chicken!!!!
I’ve got all ingredients and im ready to make…I visited a friend who made this and I loved it.
Susan – Can’t wait for you to give it a try! So excited you are making it.
This recipe looks amazing! I cannot wait to prepare it for my lil family! I love recipes that don’t have a ton of ingredients or take all day to cook!
Always looking for new recipes that everyone will enjoy and this looks like a winner!! Thanks for sharing!
I made this tonight on the stove. My husband doesn’t care for Korean barbecue but he gave this five?s without any alterations from me. It was incredible and easy.
Athena – Wow! Thank you so much for this feedback. You made our day for sure!
I need this recipe and cant wait to try it as it looks awesome!
This is so good and simple. My family loves it
Brenda – Yay! I’m so glad. Thanks for letting us know!
We loved the rich and delicious flavors of this BBQ Chicken!