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Homemade Chicken Bulgogi

Savor the Flavor: Easy Homemade Chicken Bulgogi Bliss

Enjoy the delicious taste of Homemade Chicken Bulgogi with tender chicken thighs and a savory marinade, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts, sliced thinly
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce for umami depth
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar to balance heat
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil for nutty aroma
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste) adjust quantity for heat
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced) key aromatic
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated) for zesty flavor
  • 2 green onions (chopped) reserve some for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar to balance flavors
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
  • to taste ground black pepper adjust as desired
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking
For Serving
  • 2 cups cooked rice to serve as base
  • lettuce leaves optional for wrapping

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet or grill pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, gochujang, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, rice vinegar, and black pepper.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the bowl, stirring to coat in marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  3. Heat the Skillet: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Add marinated chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Rest the Chicken: Remove from heat and let chicken rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Serve chicken over rice, garnish with reserved green onions and sesame seeds. Optional: serve with lettuce leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow chicken to marinate overnight for best flavor. Avoid overcrowding the skillet for even cooking.

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