Korean Rice Chicken Bowl
About this recipe
Whether you're a fan of Korean food looking to recreate it at home or simply in need of a quick and delicious meal, this Korean rice and chicken bowl is the perfect solution. It’s incredibly easy to make, full of flavor, and takes minimal time. I’m a huge fan of Korean-inspired dishes, and in this recipe, we use a gochujang sauce that adds a deep, savory kick. This sauce elevates simple chicken and rice, transforming it from an ordinary meal to something truly special.
One of the best things about this recipe is how simple it is. You don't need any fancy equipment or ingredients. There’s no need to deep fry the chicken either, which keeps the recipe healthier and less messy. I prefer to cook the chicken fillets in an air fryer to get that irresistible crispy texture, but an oven works just as well if you don’t have one!
This recipe is also adjustable to whatever you prefer. If you love spicy food, you can easily dial up the heat, or keep it mild if you prefer just a hint of spice. The combination of crispy, spicy chicken with warm, fluffy rice is truly comforting and satisfying. To add hint of freshness, I like to serve it with sliced cucumber and grated carrot, which balances the bold flavors with a refreshing crunch.
So why not give this easy and delicious Korean chicken bowl a try, and you’ll have a flavorful meal in no time!
Gochujang Sauce
So we've been speaking a lot about gochujang sauce, but what actually is it? Gochujang sauce is a savory, sweet, and spicy Korean condiment made primarily from gochujang, a fermented red chili paste. Gochujang itself is a key ingredient in Korean cooking and is known for its complex flavors. The gochujang sauce is a combination of gochujang as well as other ingredients to add further depth such as:
It is the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and depth making gochujang sauce a versatile and popular component in many Korean dishes.
Korean Rice Chicken Bowl FAQs
Where can I find gochujang paste?
In the UK, you can buy it in the oriental section in most supermarkets.
Can I make the gochujang sauce without honey?
If you're not a fan of honey, maple syrup or brown sugar dissolved in a little bit of water can add a similar sweetness.
Ingredients
- 1 ready-made frozen chicken fillet
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp gochujang paste
- 1 tbsp chilli flakes, or less if you dont like it spicy
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 2 ready-made frozen chicken fillets
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 8 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tsp gochujang paste
- 2 tbsp chili flakes or less if you don't like it spicy
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp dark soy sauce
- 2 tsp white vinegar
Ingredients
Instructions
- Pop your frozen chicken fillet in the airfryer for around 20 minutes at 200°c, ensuring to check and flip halfway to get that all round crispiness.
- For the gochujang sauce add to a pan your sesame oil, garlic, gochujang paste, chilli flakes, honey, soy sauce and white vinegar.
- Stir until all ingredients are combined and heat until it is bubbling.
- When your chicken is cooked, serve with rice, sliced cucumber and grated carrot.
- Pour your gochujang sauce on top of the chicken and enjoy!
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