Korean BBQ Chicken Recipe | Sweet, Spicy & Sticky!

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often less expensive.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is more affordable.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: drumsticks

Breast is leaner, while drumsticks are often cheaper.

In a bowl, mix low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha sauce, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and cornstarch to create the sauce.

Add chicken breasts to the sauce and mix well to coat.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.

Preheat the grill or skillet to medium-high heat.

Remove chicken from the marinade and thread onto skewers if using a grill.

Cook the chicken on the grill or in the skillet for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.

Remove from heat and serve.

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