Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken
Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken is a culinary delight that marries sweet and spicy flavors, creating a dish that’s both tender and packed with flavor. Marinated in a luscious blend of honey and gochujang, this chicken is perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a cozy family meal. With its sticky glaze and aromatic appeal, this dish is guaranteed to become a household favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup raw honey
- 1/4 cup gochujang paste
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- For garnish: 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix minced garlic, honey, gochujang paste, soy sauce, and sesame oil until blended.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or grill over medium heat.
- If baking, line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place marinated chicken on the sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked and caramelized. If grilling, cook chicken for about six minutes per side until done.
- Allow the chicken to rest for five minutes before slicing. Drizzle with remaining marinade if desired and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 100mg