Description
An incredible recipe for Spicy Gochujang Chicken that combines bold Korean flavors with tender chicken. This dish is easy to prepare, customizable in heat, and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons gochujang
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 green onion, sliced for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, vegetable oil, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a little oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add marinated chicken to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
- Allow the remaining marinade to simmer in the pan, coating the chicken with a sticky glaze.
- Ensure chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 75°C).
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for enhanced flavor.
- Let the chicken rest after cooking to retain juices.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms during cooking for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Serve with yogurt or sour cream to balance spiciness if needed.
- Experiment with garnishes like cilantro or crushed peanuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg