Description
Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken is a delectable dish that seamlessly marries sweet and spicy flavors, making it a must-try for any dinner table. This recipe is not only quick and easy—taking just 30 minutes to prepare—but also versatile enough for any cooking style, whether you prefer air frying or baking. The sticky glaze created from the combination of gochujang and honey will have everyone craving more. Perfect for weeknight meals or impressing guests on special occasions, this chicken dish promises to deliver juicy, tender bites that are sure to delight both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless chicken thighs (skin on)
- 2 cloves garlic (grated)
- 3 stalks green onions (white and green parts separated)
- 2 tbsp gochujang paste
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine gochujang, honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in the grated garlic and the white parts of the green onions.
- Place chicken thighs in a bowl or zip-top bag and coat with the marinade. Allow marinating for at least 15 minutes.
- For Air Fryer: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Cook chicken for about 20 minutes until crispy.
- For Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Bake on a parchment-lined sheet for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
- Let rest briefly before serving, garnished with green onion tops.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg