Description
A bold and spicy Korean-inspired chicken sandwich made with juicy marinated chicken thighs in gochujang sauce, topped with a crunchy slaw and creamy mayo on a toasted bun.
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 brioche buns
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 tbsp sliced green onions
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- Butter or oil for toasting buns
Instructions
- Mix gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through.
- Butter buns and toast until golden brown.
- Mix mayonnaise and lime juice in a bowl. Toss with cabbage, green onions, and sesame seeds to make slaw.
- Assemble sandwiches by spreading mayo on buns, adding chicken, then topping with slaw.
- Serve hot with extra sauce or lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- Marinate chicken longer (up to 2 hours) for more flavor.
- Chicken breast can be used as a substitute.
- Add pickled vegetables for extra tang.
- Mix gochujang into mayo for added heat.
- Wrap leftovers and refrigerate up to 1 day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg