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Spicy Korean BBQ Chicken Rice Bowl

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and spicy Korean-inspired chicken rice bowl perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Sauces and seasonings

  • 0.25 cup gochujang Korean fermented red pepper paste
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoon garlic, minced (about 4-5 cloves)
  • 2 tablespoon oil (for cooking)
  • 1 tablespoon gochugaru coarse Korean dry red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon cracked black pepper (optional)

Main ingredients

  • 8 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into large chunks)
  • 4 cup cooked white rice (or preferred grain)
  • 1 head romaine lettuce (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 large carrot (peeled and shredded)
  • 1 piece english cucumber (washed and sliced)
  • 1 piece avocado (sliced)
  • 0.33 red onion red onion (thinly sliced)

Garnish

  • to taste toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions 

  • Mix gochujang, sugar, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, gochugaru, salt, and pepper to make the sauce.
  • Cook chicken in oil until browned and cooked through, then toss with the sauce.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, cooked chicken, and fresh vegetables. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Adjust spice level by adding more or less gochugaru or gochujang.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: chicken, rice, Spicy