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sticky honey gochujang chicken in a skillet

Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken: The Perfect Sweet, Spicy & Savory Weeknight Wonder


  • Author: Sima
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Sweet, spicy, sticky honey gochujang chicken that delivers bold Korean-inspired flavor with minimal effort.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into pieces
  • 3 tbsp gochujang
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Sliced green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  • 1. In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
  • 2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • 3. Add the chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned on all sides.
  • 4. Pour the sauce over the chicken and reduce heat to medium.
  • 5. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky, about 6โ€“8 minutes.
  • 6. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • For extra heat, add 1โ€“2 teaspoons of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes).
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Korean-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 690mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg

Keywords: gochujang, chicken, honey, sticky chicken, spicy