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Easy Chicken Bulgogi Recipe

Savor the Flavors: Easy Chicken Bulgogi Recipe at Home

Easy Chicken Bulgogi Recipe that combines tender chicken marinated in sweet and savory flavors for a quick and satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 0.25 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with gluten-free tamari if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar or honey.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger Use fresh ginger for best taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Preferred for authenticity.
  • 2 stalks Chopped Green Onions Optional for garnish.
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper Leave out for a milder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Optional for extra heat.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs or Breasts Thighs stay juicier, offer richer flavor.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until combined. Stir in chopped green onions, black pepper, and chili flakes if desired.
  2. Slice chicken into thin strips, add to marinade, cover, and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
  3. Heat a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  4. Transfer cooked chicken to a serving platter. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 1 hour for best flavor. Cook chicken in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.

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