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Dakbokkeumtang (Korean Spicy Chicken Stew)

Korean · Dinner · Easy

Dakbokkeumtang (Korean Spicy Chicken Stew)

Total
1 hr 5 min
Prep
20 min
Serves
4
Calories
480
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Bone-in chicken and potatoes simmer in a glossy gochujang broth, a Korean one-pot dinner with sweet onion and a lingering chile warmth.

Potatoes drink in the sauce as Dakbokkeumtang (Korean Spicy Chicken Stew) bubbles gently on the stove. The broth starts loose, then thickens slightly as the vegetables soften, leaving plenty to spoon over rice alongside the chicken.

This hearty favorite from South Korea needs bone-in pieces that can handle a long simmer. Cut the potatoes into generous chunks so they hold their shape while the garlic and chile paste mellow.

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Method

  1. Mix the gochujang, soy sauce, gochugaru, sugar, garlic and water in a wide heavy pot. Add the chicken thighs and onion and turn to coat.

  2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce to medium-low and simmer for , turning the chicken once.

  3. Add the potatoes and carrot, nestling them in the liquid. Cover and simmer for , until the potatoes yield to a fork and the chicken reaches 165°F at the thickest point.

  4. Add the scallions and simmer uncovered over medium heat for , spooning sauce over the chicken until the broth lightly coats a spoon.

Forkue tips

  • For a milder pot, omit the gochugaru; keep the gochujang, which supplies sweetness and fermented flavor as well as heat.

Storing and reheating

Keep covered in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat in a saucepan over low heat with a splash of water, turning the potato chunks gently so they do not collapse.

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Nutrition per serving, estimated

480Calories
39gProtein
43gCarbs
16gFat

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Dakbokkeumtang (Korean Spicy Chicken Stew): FAQ

Is dakbokkeumtang the same as dakdoritang?

Yes, both names refer to this spicy chicken and potato stew. It differs from dakgalbi, which is stir-fried with vegetables in a much thicker coating.

Can I use boneless chicken?

Boneless thighs work, but add the potatoes at the start and check the chicken sooner. Breasts are less forgiving because they dry out during a long simmer.

How do I store and reheat Dakbokkeumtang (Korean Spicy Chicken Stew)?

Keep covered in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat in a saucepan over low heat with a splash of water, turning the potato chunks gently so they do not collapse.

How long does Dakbokkeumtang (Korean Spicy Chicken Stew) take?

About 1 hr 5 min in total: 20 min prep and 45 min cooking.

What do I need to make Dakbokkeumtang (Korean Spicy Chicken Stew)?

The key ingredients are chicken thighs, potatoes, onion, carrot, gochujang and soy sauce, plus pantry basics.

Any tips for Dakbokkeumtang (Korean Spicy Chicken Stew)?

For a milder pot, omit the gochugaru; keep the gochujang, which supplies sweetness and fermented flavor as well as heat.

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