Description
Easy Chicken Bulgogi Recipe (Dak Bulgogi) is a flavorful introduction to Korean cuisine that combines the sweetness of marinated chicken thighs with a hint of spice. Perfectly suited for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish comes together in no time. Cooked easily in an air fryer, on a grill, or in a skillet, it offers versatility without compromising taste. The tender chicken, infused with a rich marinade of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, delivers a delightful explosion of flavors that will impress your family and friends. Serve it over rice, in lettuce wraps, or alongside fresh salads for a complete meal that everyone will love.
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 spice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, sesame oil, avocado oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix until sugar dissolves.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade along with chopped Korean pear and green onion. Coat evenly and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your cooking method of choice (air fryer or grill). Remove excess marinade before cooking.
- Cook chicken for about 10 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Slice if desired and serve hot with rice or lettuce wraps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (150g)
- Calories: 314
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 944mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 108mg