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dakdoritang - korean spicy chicken

(4 ratings)
Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Patty Shannon
Brentwood, TN

My husband LOVES spicy Asian dishes, so it wasn't a surprise when a friend asked me for a good Korean dish. We double the chili paste and pepper flakes at my house. The red potatoes add a mild sweetness to counteract the hot spices, but you can use regular potatoes, too.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Thanks to the marinade, this Korean spicy chicken is tender and juicy. The sauce is spicy, sweet, and savory. It has a wonderful balance of flavors. We loved the earthy touch of Shitake mushrooms. The other vegetables add color and crunch to the dish. This spicy chicken recipe is easy to make and uses simple ingredients. We served the chicken over steamed rice for a satisfying meal. This Korean spicy chicken recipe is a winner!

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(4 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 40 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For dakdoritang - korean spicy chicken

  • MARINADE FOR CHICKEN
  • 3 Tbsp
    soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp
    sesame oil
  • 3 clove
    garlic, crushed
  • 1/2 tsp
    red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 lb
    boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • DAKDORITANG INGREDIENTS
  • vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 1/2 lb
    marinated chicken (see above)
  • 1 lb
    petite red potatoes, cut in bite size pieces
  • 2 md
    yellow onions, cut in eighths
  • 1 c
    carrots, cut in 1 inch pieces and quartered lengthwise
  • 1/2 c
    thinly sliced Shitake mushrooms
  • 2 Tbsp
    minced garlic
  • 1 Tbsp
    red chili pepper paste
  • 1 Tbsp
    red chili pepper flakes
  • 2 Tbsp
    soy sauce
  • 1 tsp
    granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp
    sesame oil
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh grated ginger
  • 2 c
    low-salt chicken broth
  • 4 stalk
    green onions, cut in 1 inch pieces
  • 1/2 lg
    red bell pepper, thinly sliced in 1 inch pieces

How To Make dakdoritang - korean spicy chicken

  • Marinade ingredients in a bowl.
    1
    For the chicken, combine the marinade ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add chicken and marinate for 30 minutes.
    2
    Marinate the chicken for 30 minutes.
  • Prep the remaining ingredients while the chicken marinates.
    3
    While the chicken marinates, prepare the remaining ingredients.
  • Add vegetable oil to a heavy skillet and brown marinated chicken.
    4
    When the chicken has marinated, add vegetable oil to a heavy pot and brown the chicken.
  • Add potatoes, onions, carrots, mushrooms, garlic, chicken broth, and seasonings to the chicken.
    5
    After the chicken is well browned, add the remaining ingredients, EXCEPT the bell pepper and green onions.
  • Simmer for 30 minutes.
    6
    Cover and simmer over medium heat for about 30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Add green onions and bell pepper.
    7
    Add the green onions and bell pepper.
  • Cook for two additional minutes.
    8
    Cook for an additional 2 minutes. Serve over hot white rice.
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