Korean Chicken Bao Buns
Delicious and crispy Korean Chicken Bao Buns filled with tender marinated chicken, perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
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- Store-bought or homemade bao buns
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and honey. Add chicken thighs and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Chicken: Place marinated chicken in the air fryer and cook for 12-15 minutes until golden brown, turning halfway.
- Make the Bao Buns: Steam the bao buns according to package instructions or your own recipe.
- Assembly: Slice or shred the chicken and fill each bao bun. Top with chopped green onions.
- Serve immediately with optional toppings such as pickled vegetables or spicy mayo.
Notes
Feel free to adjust toppings and proteins as per your preference. Store leftover chicken and bao buns separately in airtight containers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg