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Chicken Bulgogi

Savory Chicken Bulgogi: A Quick Korean Feast at Home

Experience the delicious blend of flavors in this Chicken Bulgogi recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or gluten-free tamari
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar or coconut sugar for lower glycemic
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic fresh is preferable
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger or ground ginger, use less
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions or chives as substitute
  • to taste Black Pepper or white pepper for milder flavor
  • to taste Chili Flakes or sriracha for extra kick
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts or Thighs thighs recommended for juiciness

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Skillet or non-stick pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until the sugar dissolves. Add sesame oil, chopped green onions, and black pepper and chili flakes. Mix well.
  2. Slice chicken into thin strips and toss in the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  3. Heat a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken in a single layer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until fully cooked and caramelized.
  4. Remove chicken from heat and transfer to a serving plate. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and additional green onions. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 4servingsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking chicken. Adjust marinating times and customize with different proteins as desired.

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