Description
Spicy and savory chicken marinated in a delicious gochujang sauce.
Ingredients
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- 3–4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1–2 tablespoons gochujang paste
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1–1 pounds boneless chicken thighs (diced into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1–2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- salt, as needed and to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, as needed and to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (cilantro, basil) (finely minced)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 whole green onions (sliced into thin rounds)
Instructions
- To a medium bowl, add all the sauce ingredients, chicken, toss to combine and coat, and marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
- In a large skillet, add the oil and the marinated chicken (discard excess marinade), and cook over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Stir and flip frequently to ensure even cooking.
- While the chicken is cooking, to a small bowl or glass measuring cup, add all the sauce ingredients (except the garnishing items) and whisk to combine.
- After the chicken has cooked through, slowly and evenly pour the sauce over the chicken, scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, and allow the sauce to simmer for about 1-2 minutes to thicken.
- Optionally, if you want the sauce a bit thicker, sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch directly into the sauce as it’s simmering, and continue to stir.
- Taste, and if desired, add additional salt, pepper, red pepper flakes for heat, additional sesame seeds, green onions, herbs, etc., and serve.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for up to 60 minutes for a deeper flavor.
- Use cast iron skillet for better heat retention while cooking.
- Remember that sauce will thicken as it cools.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg