Description
Spicy honey gochujang chicken brings together that sweet-and-spicy balance you crave in one simple pan, with gochujang paste and honey creating a glaze that coats tender chicken pieces beautifully. The combination of heat and sweetness makes this dish satisfying enough for weeknight dinners, and you can adjust the spice level to match exactly what your palate enjoys.
Ingredients
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Main ingredients:
- 4 chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons gochujang
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Supporting ingredients:
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Garnish:
- 2 green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine 3 tablespoons gochujang, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a bowl, stirring until everything blends together smoothly.
- Place your 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs in a resealable bag or shallow dish, then pour the mixture over them, making sure each piece gets coated.
- Seal and refrigerate your chicken for at least 30 minutes so the flavors soak in properly.
- Heat your oven to 425°F and arrange the marinated chicken skin-side up on a baking sheet, sprinkling salt and pepper across the surface to your taste.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes at 425°F until the skin turns golden and crispy.
- During the final 5 minutes at 425°F, brush additional marinade over your chicken for a glossy, caramelized coating.
- Remove from the oven and let your chicken rest for 3-5 minutes before plating.
- Scatter 2 chopped green onions over the top of your finished dish right before serving.
Notes
- Marinating your chicken for at least 30 minutes helps the flavors sink deep into the meat, though overnight in the fridge gives you even better results if your schedule allows.
- Don’t skip brushing the marinade on during those final minutes – that’s what creates that beautiful, caramelized glaze that makes the chicken shine on the plate.
- If gochujang is too spicy for your taste, reduce the amount and balance it with a bit more honey to keep the sweetness strong while toning down the heat.
- For a dairy-free or keto version, swap the honey for coconut aminos or tamari instead of regular soy sauce, and your chicken turns into a dish that fits different eating styles perfectly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Baked Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg