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Sticky Garlic Gochujang Chicken

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Sticky Garlic Gochujang Chicken is a sweet, savory, and mildly spicy dish featuring tender, pan-fried chicken coated in a glossy garlic gochujang honey sauce. Perfect for weeknights and served best with rice and vegetables.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 5 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thighs, or tenders, cut into ¾-inch pieces
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, divided
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang paste
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix 1 tablespoon water, baking soda, sugar, white pepper, sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Stir to dissolve the baking soda.
  2. Add chicken pieces to the mixture and toss to coat. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle cornstarch over the chicken and toss to coat evenly.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, honey, gochujang, and rice vinegar. Set aside.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the chicken in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until golden. Flip and cook another 2-4 minutes until cooked through. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining chicken, adding more oil if needed.
  6. Lower the heat to medium-low. Add a small drizzle of oil and sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
  7. Increase the heat to high and pour in the sauce. Let it bubble gently.
  8. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and toss to coat. Let the sauce thicken and become glossy.
  9. Remove from heat and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
  10. Serve immediately over rice with steamed vegetables.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add another tablespoon of gochujang or a pinch of chili flakes.
  • Add fresh lime juice at the end for a citrusy twist.
  • Include vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for a complete meal.
  • Maple syrup can replace honey for a deeper sweetness.
  • Reheat gently with a splash of water to preserve sauce texture.

Nutrition

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