Easy Dakbokkeumtang (Korean Chicken Stew)
Easy Dakbokkeumtang (Korean Chicken Stew) is a warm and comforting dish that brings the delightful flavors of Korean cuisine to your table in just 30 minutes. Featuring tender chicken simmered with hearty vegetables like potatoes and carrots, this stew is infused with a spicy and savory sauce made from gochujang and garlic. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special family gatherings, Easy Dakbokkeumtang is not only delicious but also customizable, allowing you to adjust the spice level and add your favorite veggies. Enjoy it on its own or served over a bed of fluffy rice for a satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 4 small russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix gochujang, soy sauce, minced garlic, sugar, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
- Heat vegetable oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent.
- Add chicken thighs to the pot and brown on both sides.
- Stir in chopped potatoes and carrots for about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken stock along with the prepared sauce; cover and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low-medium and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg