Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken
Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances sweetness and heat, making it an irresistible favorite for any meal. Juicy chicken thighs are marinated in a rich glaze of gochujang and honey, creating a sticky coating that caramelizes beautifully during cooking. This recipe is not only quick and easy but also perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Get ready to indulge in flavors that will keep you coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup gochujang
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Marinate the chicken in half of the sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with oil; cook the marinated chicken until golden brown (7-10 minutes).
- Pour the remaining sauce over the chicken and simmer on medium-low until thickened (5 minutes).
- Serve warm with extra sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg