Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine with this Easy Chicken Bulgogi Recipe (Dak Bulgogi). This dish features tender, marinated chicken thighs soaked in a sweet and savory sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering meal that’s versatile enough to be grilled, pan-fried, or air-fried, catering to your cooking preferences. Enjoy it with rice or wrapped in lettuce for a delightful dining experience. This recipe is not only quick and delicious but also allows for customizable spice levels to suit everyone’s taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ¼ Korean pear
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove
- ½ inch ginger
- Optional: 1 tbsp gochujang for spice
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a bowl. Grate the Korean pear into the mixture and stir well.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours for better flavor).
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Cook the chicken for about 12 minutes until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). For grilling or skillet cooking, aim for about 5–7 minutes per side.
- Slice the cooked chicken and serve hot with rice or lettuce wraps.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Air Frying/Grilling/Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 2 chicken thighs (200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg