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Chicken Bulgogi

Savory Chicken Bulgogi: A Quick Korean Weeknight Wonder

Enjoy the savory flavors of Chicken Bulgogi, a quick and easy Korean dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marination Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Coconut sugar or honey can be substituted
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Freshly minced preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger Fresh is preferred over powdered
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil A little goes a long way
  • 2 scallions Chopped Green Onions Use both white and green parts
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Optional: add chili flakes for heat
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs preferred, sliced into strips

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Bulgogi
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper until the brown sugar dissolves completely.
  2. Slice the chicken into thin, even strips and toss it into the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil.
  4. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer to the heated skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked through and caramelized, transfer it to a serving plate and garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve in lettuce wraps or over rice for a fulfilling meal. Leftovers can be used in salads or rice bowls.

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