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Savory Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls

Savory Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls: Quick, Healthy Delight

Savory Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls are quick, healthy, and customizable meals perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar honey can be used as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil other oils can be swapped
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated or powdered can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar can replace with apple cider vinegar
For the Bowl Assembly
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice jasmine or brown rice preferred
  • 1 cup Cucumber substitute with other favorite veggies
  • 1 cup Carrots thinly sliced or shredded
  • 1 cup Edamame fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup Kimchi essential for authentic flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds for garnish
  • 2 stalks Green Onions thinly sliced

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet or Wok

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together gochujang, low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar until smooth.
  2. Add the chicken to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
Cooking
  1. Preheat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add a splash of neutral oil.
  2. Add marinated chicken to the skillet in batches, cooking until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Prepare the rice according to package instructions.
  4. Assemble your bowls by scooping rice into bowls, topping with chicken and arranging vegetables around.
  5. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for deeper flavor. Cook in small batches to prevent steaming. Store in separate airtight containers for leftovers.

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