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Korean-Style BBQ Chicken Bowls with Crunchy Cabbage and Sesame


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  • Author: melon-claire
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A delightful dish combining grilled chicken thighs marinated in a tangy, sweet, and spicy sauce, served over rice with fresh vegetables.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 2 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: sliced radishes for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, gochujang, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Add chicken thighs to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat, grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
  4. Prepare the Crunchy Cabbage: In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, cucumber, and green onions with salt and pepper.
  5. Slice the Chicken: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
  6. Assemble the Bowls: Start with a base of rice, top with the crunchy cabbage mixture, and place sliced chicken on top.
  7. Garnish: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the bowls and add optional sliced radishes.
  8. Serve: Enjoy immediately!

Notes

For grilling perfection, make sure to preheat your grill properly. Leftover chicken can be stored for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg