Description
Korean Chicken Bulgogi brings sizzling flavors right to your dinner table with marinated chicken strips that grill up perfectly. Tender meat glazed with sweet and savory sauce makes this simple recipe a weeknight winner that everyone at the table will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound chicken breast
Marinade and Seasoning:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon gochujang
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
Garnish:
- 2 green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Combine ¼ cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and 1 tablespoon gochujang in a mixing bowl, whisking until the ingredients blend smoothly.
- Slice 1 pound chicken breast into thin strips and immerse them completely in the marinade, ensuring each piece gets thoroughly coated.
- Seal the marinating container and refrigerate for exactly 30 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb all the rich flavors.
- Preheat a skillet or grill to 400°F, creating an even, hot cooking surface for maximum caramelization.
- Transfer the marinated chicken directly onto the hot cooking surface, spreading the pieces so they are not overcrowded.
- Sear the chicken for precisely 5-6 minutes on the first side, watching for a deep golden-brown color and crispy edges.
- Flip each piece carefully and cook the opposite side for an additional 5-6 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from heat and let it rest for 2-3 minutes to redistribute the juices.
- Sprinkle 2 chopped green onions and a generous pinch of sesame seeds over the top for fresh garnish and added texture.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for maximum flavor by letting it sit in the sauce for up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for a more tender and juicy result compared to chicken breasts.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F to ensure it’s fully cooked and safe to eat.
- For a low-carb version, serve the bulgogi over cauliflower rice instead of traditional white rice.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-14 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 179 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg