Korean Fire Chicken With Cheese (Cheese Buldak)

Spice up your dinner with Korean Fire Chicken With Cheese, also known as Cheese Buldak. This irresistible dish features tender, marinated chicken cooked in a fiery gochujang sauce and topped with gooey melted mozzarella. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, it balances heat and creaminess to satisfy every palate. In just 25 minutes, you can create this delightful meal that’s sure to impress! Serve it on rice or noodles, or enjoy it wrapped in lettuce for a fun twist. Don’t miss out on this easy recipe that brings the bold flavors of Korea right to your kitchen.

Prep Time30 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time40 mins

Course: Main Cuisine: Korean Keyword: For increased flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust spice levels by varying the amounts of gochujang and gochugaru. Pair with fresh vegetables or kimchi for added crunch. Servings: Serves 4 Calories: 350kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Sesame seeds

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Coat well and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes until fully cooked.
Prepare for Cheese: Reduce heat to medium and sprinkle mozzarella over the chicken. Cover and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy hot with rice or noodles.

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