Description
Slow Cooker Korean BBQ Chicken is a tender, flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken simmered in a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy sauce made with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and gochujang. Perfect for meal prep or a hassle-free dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, gochujang, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chicken broth.
- Place Chicken in Slow Cooker: Arrange the chicken thighs or breasts in the slow cooker in a single layer.
- Pour Sauce Over Chicken: Ensure the chicken is fully coated with the sauce.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
- Shred the Chicken: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with chopped scallions and sesame seeds before serving over rice, noodles, or inside lettuce wraps.
Notes
- Make it Spicier: Add extra gochujang or red pepper flakes for more heat.
- Use Different Proteins: Swap chicken for beef, pork, or tofu for a twist on the recipe.
- Low-Carb Option: Serve over cauliflower rice or wrapped in lettuce instead of traditional rice.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in bell peppers, carrots, or mushrooms for added nutrition and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Korean
Keywords: Korean BBQ chicken, slow cooker chicken, gochujang chicken, easy Korean recipe, meal prep chicken