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A close-up shot of juicy grilled Korean chicken skewers, highlighting the caramelized gochujang sauce and perfect char marks.

Korean Chicken Skewers (Easy & Authentic Dakkochi)

These Korean Chicken Skewers (Dakkochi) feature tender chicken thighs in a sweet and spicy gochujang marinade, grilled to perfection. An easy recipe for a flavor-packed meal that's ready in under 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/3 cup Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce Low sodium
  • 2 tbsp Honey or brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp Mirin
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Ginger freshly grated
For the Skewers
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper cut into 1-inch pieces (optional)
  • 1 bunch Green Onions cut into 1-inch pieces (optional)

Equipment

  • 1 Grill or Skillet
  • 8 Skewers Metal or wooden
  • 1 Mixing Bowls

Instructions
 

  1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients: gochujang, soy sauce, honey, mirin, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
  3. Add the cubed chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
  4. Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers, alternating with pieces of bell pepper and green onion if using.
  5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F or 200°C). Lightly oil the grates.
  6. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until the chicken is cooked through and has a beautiful char. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let the skewers rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

Notes

Tip 1: For the best flavor, let the chicken marinate for at least 2 hours.
Tip 2: Don't overcrowd the skewers. Leaving a little space between chicken pieces helps them cook more evenly.
Tip 3: Watch the skewers closely as the sugar in the marinade can cause them to burn quickly.
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