Description
Easy Chicken Bulgogi Recipe (Dak Bulgogi) is a delightful and effortless way to savor Korean flavors at home. This dish features tender, marinated chicken thighs that are bursting with a sweet and savory profile, making it perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. With just a handful of ingredients and versatile cooking methods such as grilling, air-frying, or skillet-cooking, you’ll have a delicious meal ready in no time. Whether served over rice, wrapped in lettuce, or skewered for easy snacking, this recipe promises satisfaction in every bite. Enjoy customizing the spice level to suit your taste and impress family and friends with this flavorful dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ¼ Korean pear
- 1 stalk green onion
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 garlic clove
- ½ inch ginger
- Optional: 1 tbsp gochujang for added spice
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by finely chopping garlic and ginger, grating the Korean pear, and mixing it all with soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, sesame oil, avocado oil, and gochujang if desired.
- Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Choose your cooking method: Air Fryer: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and cook for 15-20 minutes. Grill: Preheat to medium-high heat and grill each side for about 5-7 minutes. Skillet: Heat oil over medium heat and cook each thigh for about 7-10 minutes on both sides until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Air-Frying/Skillet-Cooking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg