Description
Discover the delicious simplicity of this Easy Chicken Bulgogi Recipe (Dak Bulgogi), a perfect dish for any occasion. This recipe marries the rich, savory flavors of Korean cuisine with a quick and straightforward cooking method, making it accessible even for novice chefs. Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a blend of soy sauce, garlic, and Korean pear, delivering a delightful sweetness and depth of flavor. Whether you choose to cook it in an air fryer, on a grill, or in a skillet, you’ll achieve juicy results every time. Serve it over rice, in lettuce wraps, or alongside kimchi for a truly authentic experience. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this mouthwatering dish!
Ingredients
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ¼ Korean pear
- 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 extra spice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, sesame oil, and avocado oil.
- Mince garlic and ginger; add to the marinade along with grated Korean pear. Mix well.
- Coat chicken thighs evenly with marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F or grill/skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken for 10-12 minutes in the air fryer or until cooked through on the grill/skillet, flipping halfway.
- Allow to rest briefly before slicing and serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 chicken thighs (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 100mg