One Pan Korean BBQ Chicken and Rice (Printable)
Tender chicken in Korean BBQ sauce with fluffy rice and crisp vegetables, all cooked in one skillet for effortless cleanup.
# What You Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 1.1 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
→ Marinade & Sauce
02 - 4 tablespoons Korean BBQ sauce (bulgogi or similar)
03 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
05 - 1 tablespoon honey
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
→ Vegetables
08 - 1 small onion, diced
09 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
10 - 1 cup carrots, julienned or thinly sliced
→ Grains
11 - 1 cup jasmine or short-grain white rice, rinsed
→ Liquids
12 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
→ Toppings (optional)
13 - 2 green onions, sliced
14 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
15 - Kimchi or pickled vegetables, for serving
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine chicken, Korean BBQ sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger. Marinate for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate the meat.
02 - In a large, deep nonstick skillet or pan with a lid, heat a splash of oil over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for about 3-4 minutes until lightly browned on all sides.
03 - Add onion, bell pepper, and carrots to the skillet. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes until vegetables begin to soften and develop slight color.
04 - Stir in the rinsed rice and mix thoroughly to coat the grains with the flavorful pan juices and distribute evenly.
05 - Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is fully absorbed.
06 - Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes to allow moisture to redistribute. Fluff rice gently with a fork to separate grains.
07 - Top with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot, accompanied by kimchi or pickled vegetables for added authenticity and flavor contrast.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one skillet, which means less washing up and more time enjoying your meal
- The marinade doubles as a seasoning for the entire dish, creating layers of sweet and savory flavor in every bite
02 -
- Resist the temptation to lift the lid while the rice is simmering, or you will let out steam and risk undercooked grains
- Letting the pan rest off the heat for those final 5 minutes is what transforms good rice into great rice
03 -
- Cut your chicken into uniform pieces so everything cooks at the same rate
- Use a pan with a tight-fitting lid to trap all the steam for perfectly cooked rice