Description
Gochujang Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that features succulent chicken thighs marinated in a spicy-sweet Korean gochujang sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for gatherings, bringing people together around the dinner table with its enticing aroma and mouthwatering taste. Whether grilled or baked, Gochujang Chicken promises to be a standout hit in any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- For garnish: 2 green onions, sliced; 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Coat the chicken thighs in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for maximum flavor.
- 2. Preheat Your Grill or Oven: Set your grill to medium-high heat or preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 3. Cook Your Chicken: Remove excess marinade from the chicken and grill each thigh for about 6-7 minutes per side or bake for approximately 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- 4. Plate It Up: Transfer cooked chicken to a serving platter.
- 5. Garnish: Sprinkle with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
- 6. Serve Immediately: Enjoy hot with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 115mg