Ingredients
– 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs or breasts
– 1/4 cup gochujang paste
– 1/4 cup honey
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon grated ginger
– 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
– 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Optional: Cooked rice or vegetables for serving
Instructions
Creating delicious Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare Chicken: Start by trimming excess fat from the chicken thighs or breasts. Season with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Make the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk until smooth.
3. Heat Pan: In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.
4. Sear Chicken: Once the oil is hot, add the chicken to the pan. Cook for about 5–6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Coat with Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken in the pan. Stir to coat the chicken evenly. Let it simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Remove from Heat: Once the chicken is cooked and coated with the sauce, take it off the heat.
7. Garnish: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for an added crunch and freshness.
8. Serve: Transfer the sticky chicken to a serving platter, ready to delight your guests.
Enjoying this dish is as easy as preparing it, and you’ll quickly notice its wow factor in your culinary lineup!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g