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Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Cabbage Slaw

Korean BBQ chicken sandwich
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Sweet, spicy, sticky, and unbelievably juicythis Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Cabbage Slaw is the weeknight hero you didnt know you needed. Gochujang-glazed chicken thighs get caramelized in a hot skillet (or grill!), then piled onto toasted buns with a crisp, tangy cabbage slaw for the perfect spicy-crunchy bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean fermented red chili paste)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 brioche or potato sandwich buns
  • Butter, for toasting buns
  • Extra gochujang or Korean BBQ sauce for dipping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken:In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, gochujang, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, sesame seeds, and green onions. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat. Marinate 20 minutes at room temperature, or refrigerate up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
  2. Make the cabbage slaw:In a large bowl, combine green cabbage, red cabbage, and carrot. In a small bowl, whisk mayo, rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Pour over cabbage mixture and toss well. Refrigerate until serving.
  3. Cook the chicken:Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil if needed. Cook chicken 67 minutes per side, until nicely caramelized and cooked through (165°F internal temp). Rest 5 minutes, then slice (or leave whole).
  4. Toast the buns:Split buns, butter lightly, and toast in the skillet (or under a broiler) until golden.
  5. Assemble the sandwiches:Add chicken to the bottom bun, spoon on extra sauce if desired, top with a generous handful of slaw, and finish with the top bun. Serve warm.

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