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Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken

Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken

  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A quick and flavorful Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken recipe that perfectly balances the sweetness of honey with the gentle heat of gochujang, coated in a luscious sticky sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this comforting Korean-inspired dish is delicious served over rice, noodles, or wrapped in lettuce for a versatile weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs, skin on
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (natural)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (natural)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Garnishes

  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry using paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper. This helps the sauce cling better and allows for a crispier edge during cooking.
  2. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the gochujang (natural), honey (natural), soy sauce (natural), minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, and natural gelling agent until fully combined and smooth.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat with a small amount of oil. Add the chicken thighs skin side down and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Add Sauce and Simmer: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken in the pan. Reduce the heat to medium and allow the sauce to thicken and coat each piece with a sticky, glossy glaze as it simmers for about 4 to 5 minutes.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Finish the dish with a sprinkle of sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds for a fresh and nutty contrast. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use skin-on chicken thighs for juicy tenderness and crispy texture.
  • Adjust gochujang amount to control the heat level to your preference.
  • Gradually stir in the natural gelling agent to reach the perfect sticky sauce consistency without clumps.
  • Marinate the chicken in half of the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking for deeper flavor.
  • Cook chicken in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure a crispy sear.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Korean-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: sticky honey gochujang chicken, Korean chicken recipe, spicy sweet chicken, quick Korean dinner, honey chicken thighs, gochujang chicken

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