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Dak Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Chicken)

Dak Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Chicken) features juicy thighs soaked in a sweet-salty marinade with soy, apple, garlic, and a gentle heat from gochugaru. Grilled or pan-seared, it caramelizes at the edges for a tender bite with smoky depth and nutty sesame notes. Serve for a casual weeknight dinner or a backyard cookout alongside rice and crisp vegetables.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Dak Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Chicken)
  1. 1

    Remove the skin from the chicken thighs and trim any excess fat. Cut each thigh into a single flat steak by working around the bone. Keep any smaller pieces for cooking. Rinse the thighs under cold water to remove any film, then place them in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Blend the soy sauce, apple, sugar, garlic, sesame oil, gochugaru, and ginger in a food processor until the marinade is smooth.

  3. 3

    Pour the marinade over the chicken in the bowl and stir to coat. If desired, pierce the chicken with a skewer to help it absorb more. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 6 to 12 hours.

  4. 4

    Heat a skillet over medium heat. Take the chicken out of the marinade and add it to the skillet. Cook and stir until it is no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 minutes, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

  5. 5

    Move the thighs to a serving plate and garnish with sesame seeds.

About This Recipe

Dak Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Chicken) is a Korean dinner recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Chopped Pecans, Fresh Ginger, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 298.18 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Dak Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Chicken)?
It is a Korean recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Dak Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Chicken) made of?
The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Chopped Pecans, Fresh Ginger, Garlic, Gochugaru. The full list of 9 is above.
What goes well with Dak Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Chicken)?
Explore these Korean side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Dak Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Chicken)?
About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 298.18 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Dak Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Chicken) easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 5 steps.

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