Korean Style Marinated Grilled Chicken Recipe – Spicy & Juicy Gochujang Chicken
If you're craving juicy, flavorful, and slightly spicy grilled chicken, this Korean Style Marinated Grilled Chicken is exactly what you need. Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a delicious blend of yogurt, soy sauce, garlic, paprika, and spices, then grilled or baked to perfection and finished with a homemade sweet-spicy sauce.
This easy Korean marinated grilled chicken recipe delivers restaurant-quality Korean BBQ chicken at home. The yogurt marinade keeps the chicken incredibly tender and moist, while the final glaze gives it a beautiful caramelized finish.
Perfect for weeknight dinners or when you want to impress your family. Serve it with rice, grilled vegetables, corn, and melted cheese for a complete meal.
Ingredients (Serves 1-2)
- 400g boneless chicken thighs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili flakes or cayenne
- ½ tsp oregano
- 1 tbsp sweet soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup yogurt
For the Sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili flakes
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
Optional Vegetables & Toppings
- Zucchini slices
- Green onions
- Boiled or canned corn
- Shredded or sliced cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili flakes, oregano, sweet soy sauce, olive oil, and yogurt. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (ideally longer).
- Prepare the vegetables (optional): Slice zucchini and sauté with green onions, olive oil, garlic powder, seven spices, and salt for 7 minutes on low heat. Set aside.
- Make the sauce: Mix garlic powder, paprika, chili flakes, black pepper, ketchup, and soy sauce. Heat briefly if desired. Reserve 2 tablespoons for brushing the chicken.
- Cook the chicken: Grill on barbecue or bake in preheated oven at 200°C for 30 minutes, flipping halfway. Brush with reserved sauce in the last 5 minutes for caramelized color.
- Assemble and serve: Layer sautéed vegetables and corn on a plate, add cheese, then top with the grilled chicken. Serve hot.
Tips for Success
- Use boneless chicken thighs for juicier results.
- Marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably longer for better flavor.
- Brush with sauce in the last 5 minutes for a glossy finish.
- Melt the cheese under the broiler for best texture.
- You can skip vegetables or replace zucchini with any preferred ones.
Enjoy this juicy, spicy, and flavorful Korean Style Marinated Grilled Chicken — a delicious homemade Korean BBQ chicken!