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Spicy Korean BBQ Chicken Rice Bowl

Spicy Korean BBQ Chicken Rice Bowl for Ultimate Family Flavor

This Spicy Korean BBQ Chicken Rice Bowl is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups Cooked White Rice or brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier twist.
For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts, watch the cooking time.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste) adjust for spice preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil or olive oil as a neutral alternative.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh garlic is preferable.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger fresh is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil canola or peanut oil are good substitutes.
For the Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions or cilantro for garnish.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds or toasted pumpkin seeds.
  • 1 cup Steamed Broccoli optional, or any veggies you love.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots optional, or any veggies you love.

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • skillet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade by whisking soy sauce, gochujang, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a medium bowl.
  2. Marinate the Chicken by coating the chicken thighs in the marinade and refrigerating for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Cook the Chicken in a skillet with vegetable oil over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes on each side until charred and cooked through.
  4. Thicken the Sauce by simmering the reserved marinade in the skillet for 2-3 minutes until it thickens.
  5. Assemble the Bowl with rice, topped with sliced chicken, steamed broccoli, shredded carrots, and drizzled with thickened sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, marinate the chicken longer than 30 minutes and use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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