The eye-catching tangy red pomegranate salsa sits atop golden, caramelized chicken arranged neatly on a soft, earth-toned plate. The vibrant colors are enhanced by garnishes of spring onions and sesame seeds for a textural crunch that pops on the plate.

Bulgogi-Style Chicken with Pomegranate Salsa

Name: Bulgogi-Style Chicken with Pomegranate Salsa
Prep time: 75 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 95 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 1 large pomegranate deseeded; 2 boneless and skinless chicken thighs; 1 tablespoon gochujang paste; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1 small piece of ginger finely grated; 2 scallions chopped; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds toasted; 1 cup white rice cooked; to taste extra-virgin olive oil; to taste salt; to taste black pepper

A vibrant fusion of classic Korean flavors and pomegranate.

Category Main Course

Prep 75 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style Korean

Technique Pan-Frying

Diet Friendly Low-Carb

Daily recipe · November 21, 2025

A little about this dish

For a fresh, vibrant take on classic Korean flavors, we've created a recipe that pairs savory bulgogi-style chicken with the tangy sweetness of pomegranate. The chicken is marinaded in traditional Korean ingredients, and the whole dish gets a refreshing kick from a pomegranate salsa.

Ingredients (for 2)

Large pomegranate — 1 — deseeded
Boneless and skinless chicken thighs — 2
Gochujang paste — 1 tablespoon
Soy sauce — 1 tablespoon
Honey — 1 tablespoon
Garlic — 2 cloves — minced
Small piece of ginger — 1 — finely grated
Scallions — 2 — chopped
Sesame oil — 1 tablespoon
Sesame seeds — 2 teaspoons — toasted
White rice — 1 cup — cooked
Extra-virgin olive oil — to taste
Salt — to taste
Black pepper — to taste

Preparation

Step 1 — 🥣🥢🍯

Combine gochujang paste, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a bowl to prepare the marinade.
Step 2 — 🍗⏰❄️

Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and make sure they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Step 3 — 🍳🔥

Preheat a pan over medium heat and add some olive oil. Cook the chicken thighs for about 7-8 minutes on each side until caramelized and fully cooked.
Step 4 — 🥗🧂🫓

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the pomegranate salsa. Mix pomegranate seeds, chopped scallions, and a drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt and fresh black pepper.
Step 5 — ⏱️🍽️🍲

Allow the chicken to rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. Serve over a bed of white rice, topped with pomegranate salsa and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.

A final fox tip

Effortless to prepare, this dish is perfect for a cozy night in, promising a hearty, warming meal with a balance of flavors and textures. For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with firm tofu. And get the kids involved by having them help deseed the pomegranate!