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Gochujang Chicken Recipe

Published: February 6, 2025 Prep Time: About 20 minutes Cook Time: About 25 minutes Total Time: About 45 minutes Serves: 4 Difficulty: Medium Category: Main Course Cuisine: Korean

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup gochujang
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper
  2. In bowl, mix gochujang, soy sauce, and honey
  3. Add sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger
  4. Add chicken and marinate for 30 minutes
  5. Heat large skillet over medium-high heat
  6. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side
  7. Brush with remaining marinade
  8. Cook for 2-3 minutes more
  9. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds
  10. Serve hot with rice

Special Notes

This spicy Korean chicken is perfect for those who enjoy heat. The combination of gochujang and honey creates sweet, spicy flavor. The key is to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners and can be made ahead of time. For extra heat, you can add more gochujang. The chicken should be served hot for the best taste.