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Spicy Chicken Bibim Guksu

Spicy Chicken Bibim Guksu: A Flavor-Packed Korean Delight

Spicy Chicken Bibim Guksu is a quick, vibrant Korean dish combining marinated chicken and chewy noodles for a flavor-packed meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Thighs offer extra juiciness
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium for healthier choice
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Light or toasted varieties
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Adjust for spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Agave syrup can be used
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Freshly grated
For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces Somyeon Noodles Soba or angel hair pasta can be substitutes
  • 2 cups Ice Water For rinsing noodles
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup Cucumber Sliced
  • 1 cup Lettuce Shredded
  • 1 cup Carrots Shredded
  • 1 bunch Scallions Chopped
  • 1 piece Egg Soft-boiled if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For topping
  • 1 sheet Seaweed

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Large skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the Chicken: Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, gochujang, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, and ginger in a bowl. Coat sliced chicken and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook marinated chicken strips for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Prepare the Bibim Sauce: Mix gochujang, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, pear, garlic, and sesame seeds in a bowl. Adjust flavors to taste.
  4. Cook the Noodles: Boil somyeon noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  5. Combine & Serve: Toss noodles with bibim sauce. Top with sliced chicken and garnish with vegetables, sesame seeds, and soft-boiled egg.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use seasonal vegetables for a refreshing crunch. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze components separately for up to 2 months.

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