Korean Inspired Chicken Bowls
These bowls are packed with flavor and customizable with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients:
- For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cubed)
- 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- For the Bowls:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup mixed greens
- 1 carrot, julienned (thinly sliced)
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1/2 cup kimchi (optional)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Sliced green onions, for garnish
- Gochujang Mayo (Optional):
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon gochujang
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (or to taste)
Cooking Guide:
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide rice between bowls. Top with mixed greens, carrots, cucumber, kimchi (if using), and cooked chicken. Drizzle with gochujang mayo (optional) and sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
Tips:
- Adjust the spice level: Gochujang can vary in spiciness. Start with a smaller amount and add more to taste.
- Veggie options: Feel free to add other vegetables you like, such as broccoli florets, shredded bell peppers, or bean sprouts.
- Protein option: You can substitute chicken thighs with boneless, skinless chicken breasts, tofu, or tempeh.
- Make-ahead tip: Marinate the chicken ahead of time for a quick and easy meal prep option. The cooked chicken and rice can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Gochujang mayo: This adds a creamy and spicy kick to the bowls. You can adjust the amount of gochujang and sriracha to your preference.
- Serve with a side: Kimchi fried rice or a simple side salad would complement these bowls nicely.
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