Korean Chicken Breasts
A delicious and easy-to-prepare dish featuring tender chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, honey, and sesame oil, perfect for any weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the marinade
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For serving
- Steamed rice for serving
- Steamed vegetables for serving
- Sesame seeds or thinly sliced green onions for garnish
Main Ingredient
- 4 chicken breasts
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, garlic, ginger, honey, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
Cooking
- Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and grill or bake until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side for grilling or 20-25 minutes in the oven.
Serving
- Serve the chicken on a bed of steamed rice with steamed vegetables on the side.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or thinly sliced green onions as desired.
Notes
For a spicy twist, add gochujang to the marinade. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.