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Grilled Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich

Grilled Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich
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If you’re craving a sandwich that packs a flavorful punch, the Grilled Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich is your answer! This delightful dish combines sweet and spicy marinated chicken with refreshing pickled cucumbers, all nestled in a soft bun. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, this recipe brings the bold flavors of Korean barbecue right to your home. With easy preparation steps and versatile serving options, this sandwich is sure to impress everyone at your table!

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup rice vinegar (for pickling cucumbers)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for marinade and sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang (adjust for heat preference)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • Sandwich buns or rolls
  • 1 whole seedless cucumber (sliced into 1/8 inch rounds)
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup ice (heaping cup)
  • extra water (to top off container)
  • 1 tablespoon grated garlic
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons sriracha (depending on your heat tolerance)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for a slurry)
  • 1 tablespoon Korean BBQ Rub
  • 2 tablespoons water (for a slurry)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pickled Cucumbers: In a bowl, mix sliced cucumbers with rice vinegar, salt, sugar, ice, and enough water to cover. Let sit while preparing the rest.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Combine sesame oil, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, honey, and rice vinegar in a bowl. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Cook Chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
  4. Make Sauce: Mix mayonnaise with sriracha, sesame oil, and soy sauce in a bowl.
  5. Assemble Sandwiches: Slice grilled chicken and layer it in toasted buns with the zesty sauce and pickled cucumbers.

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