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Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls

Delicious Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls for a Quick Dinner Fix

These Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls are a quick, customizable meal that combines juicy chicken, rice, and fresh vegetables for a delicious dinner option.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs can substitute with chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste) adjust per spice tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated) for brightest flavor
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
For the Bowls
  • 4 cups cooked rice can substitute with quinoa or noodles
  • 1 medium cucumber (thinly sliced) radish can be substituted
  • 1 cup shredded carrots can mix with other veggies like bell peppers
  • 1 cup cooked edamame can substitute with favorite beans or peas
  • 1 cup kimchi (optional) omit if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar to create the marinade.
  2. Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade. Let marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add neutral oil until shimmering.
  4. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
  5. Assemble the bowls starting with warm rice, then layer with caramelized chicken, cucumber, carrots, and edamame.
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for up to 4 hours for deeper flavor. Customize with favorite vegetables and proteins to suit everyone’s taste.

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