Description
Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken is a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This easy-to-make dish features succulent chicken thighs coated in a sticky gochujang marinade, making it perfect for any occasion—from quick weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. With minimal prep time and adaptable cooking methods, including air frying or baking, this recipe ensures crispy skin and tender meat every time. Serve it over steamed rice, in lettuce wraps, or even in tacos for a versatile meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 2 cloves garlic (grated)
- 2 tbsp gochujang paste
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine gochujang, honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and grated garlic.
- Marinate chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F or oven to 400°F.
- Cook chicken for about 20 minutes (air fryer) or 25-30 minutes (oven), flipping halfway through.
- Let rest briefly before garnishing with chopped green onions and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 90mg