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Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken: Sweet and Spicy Bliss

Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken is a delightful balance of sweet honey and spicy gochujang, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Chicken breasts can work as a leaner alternative.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste) Substitute with red pepper flakes mixed with soy sauce for a milder taste.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup is a great vegan swap.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar White vinegar can be used if needed.
  • 2 teaspoons Sesame Oil Olive oil is a good substitute for a lighter touch.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is better, but garlic powder is a convenient alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated) Ground ginger works in a pinch, though fresh is ideal.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil like canola or peanut oil will suffice.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional, but chopped nuts can work, too.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions (chopped) Chives or parsley can serve as substitutes.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by cutting the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes.
  4. Add the sliced chicken to the skillet in a single layer and sauté for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken in the skillet and stir well to coat.
  6. Reduce heat to medium and allow the chicken and sauce to simmer together for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  7. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving plate. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, and serve over rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for extra flavor, check doneness, adjust spice level, prep ingredients first, use fresh ingredients, and garnish generously for the best results.

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