Name: Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked white rice; 1 lb chicken breast, diced; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1 cup shredded red cabbage; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste); 1/2 cup sour cream; to taste Salt and pepper (For seasoning); 2 green onions, sliced for garnish

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Why make this recipe

Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls are a perfect meal for anyone who loves delicious and healthy food. They combine flavors from traditional Korean BBQ with fresh vegetables and creamy sauce. These bowls are easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste. Plus, they are great for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner!

How to make Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls

Ingredients

2 cups cooked white rice
1 lb chicken breast, diced
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup shredded red cabbage
3 tablespoons gochujang
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon sesame oil
Salt and pepper to taste
2 green onions, sliced for garnish

Directions

In a bowl, mix together gochujang, sour cream, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
Season the diced chicken with salt and pepper, then grill or sauté until cooked through and caramelized.
Prepare the bowls by placing a serving of rice at the bottom.
Top the rice with the cooked chicken, shredded carrots, and red cabbage.
Drizzle the gochujang cream sauce over the bowls.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

How to serve Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls

Serve Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls warm. You can enjoy them as a complete meal on their own or serve them with a side of kimchi for an extra kick.

How to store Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls

You can store leftover Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to eat, just reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Tips to make Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls

For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for a few hours before cooking.
Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers, cucumbers, or snap peas for more variety and crunch.
If you like it spicy, increase the amount of gochujang to suit your palate.

Variation

You can easily make this recipe vegetarian by swapping the chicken for tofu or tempeh. Simply follow the same steps for cooking these plant-based options.

FAQs

Can I use brown rice instead of white rice?
Yes, you can use brown rice for a healthier option. Just make sure to cook it according to package instructions.

What if I can’t find gochujang?
If you can’t find gochujang, you can try using a spicy chili paste, though the flavor may differ slightly.

Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the ingredients ahead of time. Cook the chicken and rice, and chop the veggies for easy assembly later. Just store everything separately in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.