Description
Korean Sweet Spicy Chicken is a vibrant dish that beautifully marries sweetness and heat. Tender, boneless chicken thighs are marinated in a flavorful mixture of gochujang, garlic, and ginger, then cooked until perfectly glazed. This dish not only bursts with authentic flavors but is also quick to make—ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at gatherings. Served over fluffy steamed rice or alongside fresh vegetables, Korean Sweet Spicy Chicken promises to satisfy your cravings for bold Asian cuisine while delivering an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Korean gochujang sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing diced thighs with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and gochujang in a bowl. Ensure thorough coating and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- In another bowl, blend brown sugar with additional gochujang and soy sauce until smooth to prepare the sauce.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook marinated chicken pieces for about 5-7 minutes until golden on one side.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and stir to coat evenly. Reduce heat and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg