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Chicken Bulgogi

Savory Chicken Bulgogi: Quick, Easy, and Totally Irresistible

This Chicken Bulgogi recipe is a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors, ready in just 27 minutes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Marination Time 20 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce swap for gluten-free tamari if needed
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar consider coconut sugar for a healthier twist
  • 3 cloves minced garlic fresh garlic is best, but powder works in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger use less if using ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil avocado oil provides a unique substitute
  • 2 finely chopped green onions chives are a good alternative
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper white pepper can be a milder option
  • chili flakes optional for an extra kick
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breasts or thighs chicken thighs recommended for tenderness

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Add sesame oil, green onions, black pepper, and optional chili flakes. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Slice chicken into thin strips and combine with the marinade in a large bowl or resealable plastic bag. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  3. Heat skillet over medium-high heat, add marinated chicken in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and caramelized.
  4. Transfer cooked chicken to a serving plate. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and additional green onions, serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor, let the chicken marinate longer if possible, up to 2 hours. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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