Description
Korean Chicken Tacos with Caramelized Kimchi bring a vibrant fusion of flavors to your table. Juicy, marinated chicken is wrapped in soft tortillas and topped with sweet and tangy caramelized kimchi, creating a delightful dish that impresses at any gathering. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these tacos transform a simple dinner into an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 cup kimchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, and brown sugar. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove and let rest.
- 3. Caramelize the Kimchi: In the same skillet, sauté kimchi over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- 4. Warm Tortillas: In another skillet, warm tortillas on low heat for about a minute on each side.
- 5. Assemble Tacos: Slice chicken and place it in each tortilla; top generously with caramelized kimchi.
- 6. Serve and Enjoy: Plate tacos immediately and add additional toppings if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean/Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg