Gochujang Chicken
Gochujang chicken is a deliciously addictive dish featuring tender chicken coated in a sweet and spicy Korean chili paste. This vibrant meal bursts with flavor, making it perfect for weeknight dinners, gatherings, or cozy date nights at home. With its irresistible aroma and beautiful presentation, gochujang chicken will impress your guests and elevate your cooking game.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup gochujang
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts and pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Marinate the chicken in half of the sauce for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight).
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the chicken for the last few minutes of cooking to enhance flavor.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 6 ounces)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 120mg