Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Cabbage Slaw
A flavorful and satisfying sandwich featuring marinated chicken thighs and a crisp cabbage slaw, served on a toasted brioche bun.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 2 lbs Boneless skinless chicken thighs You can substitute with breasts, but thighs stay juicier
- 1/2 cup Soy sauce Low-sodium recommended
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang Korean fermented red chili paste
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar 1 tablespoon for slaw and 1 tablespoon for marination
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger Grated
For the Cabbage Slaw
- 3 cups Shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup Shredded red cabbage
- 1 medium Carrot Julienned
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- to taste Salt and black pepper
For Assembly
- 4 Brioche or potato sandwich buns
- for toasting Butter
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 2 Green onions Thinly sliced
Instructions
Prep
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, gochujang, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Mix well.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and ensure they are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for optimal flavor.
- In a separate large bowl, combine shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, and julienned carrot.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, rice vinegar, and sugar. Pour this mixture over the cabbage and mix until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cook
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off.
- Cook the chicken thighs for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Baste with the leftover marinade during the last few minutes of cooking for added flavor.
- Let the cooked chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Meanwhile, toast the brioche or potato buns in a pan with a little butter until golden brown.
Assemble
- Slice the cooked chicken thighs and place a generous portion on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
- Top with a handful of the cabbage slaw and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and green onion.
- Cover with the top half of the bun, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, try to use fresh ingredients, especially for the vegetables and herbs. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSodium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8g