Description
Spicy Korean Gochujang Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings a touch of Korea to your dinner table. This recipe features tender chicken marinated in gochujang, a savory and spicy chili paste, combined with honey for sweetness and garlic for depth. It?s the perfect meal for spice lovers and those seeking something new. With minimal prep time and straightforward cooking methods, you can create this delicious dish quickly, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve it alongside rice or noodles to soak up the rich flavors, and enjoy a delightful culinary experience that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons gochujang paste
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together gochujang paste, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, sesame oil, and rice vinegar to create the marinade.
- Coat the chicken thighs with the marinade and let sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat with a light coat of cooking spray.
- Cook marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach at least 165?F).
- Let the chicken rest for five minutes before slicing into strips.
- Serve hot, drizzled with any remaining marinade.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating overnight.
Customize spice levels by adjusting the amount of gochujang used.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg