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Easy Spicy Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe

Craving bold flavor? This easy Spicy Korean BBQ Chicken Rice Bowl is dinner perfection! Get our marinated chicken rice bowl spicy recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons Gochujang Korean fermented red pepper paste
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Adjust sweetness to taste
  • 4-5 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Neutral oil like canola or vegetable
  • 1 tablespoon Gochugaru Coarse Korean dry red pepper flakes
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Adds savory flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil Gives a nutty flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper Optional
For the Chicken and Rice Bowl
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Cut into large chunks
  • 4 cups Cooked White Rice Base of the bowl
For the Fresh Components
  • 2 cups Romaine Lettuce Chopped
  • 1 medium Carrot Shredded
  • 1 medium English Cucumber Sliced
  • 1 medium Avocado Sliced
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion Optional, thinly sliced
For the Finish
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds For topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk together gochujang, granulated sugar, minced garlic, oil, gochugaru, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add cut chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring thorough coating. Marinate in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
  3. Heat a drizzle of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken in batches; cook for 2-3 minutes per side until cooked through.
  4. Divide cooked rice among bowls. Layer romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, and avocado. Top with the cooked chicken and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6g

Notes

Customize by swapping chicken for tofu or adjusting vegetables to your liking.

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