Gochujang Chicken
Gochujang Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that marries the bold flavors of Korean gochujang chili paste with tender, juicy chicken. This vibrant recipe features a perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and savory notes, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With simple ingredients and straightforward cooking steps, you’ll impress family and friends with this restaurant-quality meal right at home.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup gochujang
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Cooking oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- In a bowl, mix gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and minced garlic to create the marinade.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté marinated chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Before serving, top with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for added flavor and presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (150g)
- Calories: 263
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For a spicier kick, adjust the amount of gochujang to your taste preference. - Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition. - Substitute chicken thighs for juicier meat; just adjust cooking time slightly.