Quick & Easy Gochujang Chicken

Quick & Easy Gochujang Chicken

Crispy chicken coated in a spicy, sweet, smoky gochujang sauce with aromatics! This one-pan, easy gochujang chicken recipe uses simple ingredients and is ready in just 30 minutes. A better-than-takeout main ideal for busy weeknights or meal preparation.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Course Main Course

Cuisine Korean

Servings

Calories per serving 327 kcal

Ingredients

1 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs
½ small onion diced
⅓ cup cornstarch or potato starch
¼ cup vegetable oil or any neutral oil
1 green onion finely chopped
½ teaspoon sesame seeds toasted kind

Sauce

2 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoon white granulated sugar or granulated cane sugar
2 tablespoon Gochujang mild
2 tablespoon regular soy sauce or light soy sauce
2 teaspoon sesame seeds toasted kind
1 teaspoon sesame oil toasted kind
1 tablespoon cornstarch or potato starch / tapioca starch
1 cup water cold

Instructions

Dice chicken thighs into 1.5-inch cubes, place in a large mixing bowl, and set aside.
In a small bowl, combine all sauce ingredients and mix until well blended. Set aside.
Add cornstarch to the chicken and toss until each piece is evenly coated.
Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in small batches, fry the chicken until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Sauté the onions until translucent, about 30-45 seconds. Add the sauce and simmer until it thickens slightly.
Reduce heat to medium, add the fried chicken, and toss until evenly coated. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, then serve.

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