Kalbi Chicken Legs
Kalbi Chicken Legs are a mouthwatering dish that brings the flavors of Korean BBQ right into your home. Tender chicken legs marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic are baked to perfection, resulting in juicy meat with a crispy exterior. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, guaranteed to impress everyone at the table. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll create a restaurant-quality meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
- 4 chicken legs (skin-on, bone-in)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 3 green onions (chopped)
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken legs in a zip-top bag or bowl for at least 1 hour (overnight is ideal).
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with foil and arrange the marinated chicken legs skin-side up.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting halfway through with leftover marinade.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with chopped green onions and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg (170g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 93mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider searing the chicken legs skin-side down in a hot pan before transferring them to the oven. Swap soy sauce for tamari to make it gluten-free. Serve with steamed rice or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.