Description
Easy Chicken Bulgogi Recipe (Dak Bulgogi) brings the vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine right to your kitchen in just 30 minutes! This dish features tender, marinated chicken thighs infused with a delightful blend of sweet and savory notes from a unique marinade that includes soy sauce, sesame oil, and Korean pear. Whether grilled, air-fried, or cooked in a skillet, this easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Family-friendly and healthy, it’s sure to become a favorite among both kids and adults. Serve it over rice, in lettuce wraps, or alongside your favorite vegetables for a complete meal that satisfies!
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
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, sesame oil, avocado oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and diced Korean pear. Whisk until well mixed.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade and ensure they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat your air fryer or grill to medium-high heat.
- For Air Fryer: Place chicken in a single layer and cook for about 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
- For Grill: Cook each side for about 5-7 minutes until charred and fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg