Description
Gochujang Chicken is a quick and delicious dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. This recipe features tender boneless chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce, honey, and garlic, creating a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory notes. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, this flavorful chicken is versatile enough to pair with rice, noodles, or as a topping for salads. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make dish that’s sure to satisfy any palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 600g boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp gochujang paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together gochujang paste, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry and marinate them in the mixture for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
- Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5–7 minutes per side or bake at 200°C (400°F) for 18–22 minutes until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest before serving; garnish with sesame oil, sliced spring onions, and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 150g
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg