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Flavorful Korean BBQ Chicken Sliders

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These sliders feature tender poached chicken coated in a sticky, tangy homemade Korean BBQ sauce, served on soft toasted slider buns with fresh toppings. Perfect for quick game day snacks or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound / 450g)
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste) – optional
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 8 small soft slider buns or dinner rolls
  • 1 cup thinly sliced green onions
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • Sesame seeds for garnish (toasted, optional)
  • Optional: thin cucumber slices or kimchi for extra zing

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in a large pot and cover with about 4 cups (1 liter) of water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and cook for 15 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Avoid boiling to keep meat tender.
  2. While chicken poaches, combine soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, gochujang (if using), rice vinegar, sesame oil, and grated ginger in a medium saucepan. Simmer gently over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  3. Remove chicken from pot and let cool slightly. Shred chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks or fingers and place in a bowl.
  4. Pour warm Korean BBQ sauce over shredded chicken and toss well to coat evenly.
  5. Slice slider buns in half and lightly toast them in a skillet or oven until golden brown. Prepare toppings by slicing green onions and shredding carrots.
  6. Assemble sliders by piling Korean BBQ chicken onto bottom bun halves, then add green onions, shredded carrots, and sesame seeds. Top with the other half of the bun.
  7. Arrange sliders on a platter and serve warm. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Notes

If sauce becomes too thick while tossing chicken, add a splash of water or chicken broth to loosen. Toast buns until golden but not burnt to maintain texture. Poaching chicken keeps it juicy and tender. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and flavors deepen overnight.

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