Description
This Easy Chicken Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Chicken) is a flavorful, quick-cooking dish made with tender, marinated chicken in a savory-sweet Korean-style BBQ sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend grilling, it's a delicious way to bring authentic Korean flavor to your table.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup chopped onion
- 5 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2½ tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Make the Marinade: In a bowl, mix chopped onion, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, sesame oil, sesame seeds, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper until sugar dissolves.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add sliced chicken to the bowl and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken with its sauce and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring often, until fully cooked and sauce thickens.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with sesame seeds or green onions, and enjoy hot with steamed rice and veggies.
Notes
- For extra heat, add 1–2 tablespoons of gochujang (Korean chili paste) to the marinade.
- Add veggies like carrots, bell peppers, or mushrooms while cooking for more texture and flavor.
- For a smoky twist, grill the marinated chicken instead of pan-cooking.
- Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days and reheat in a skillet for best results.
