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Easy 30 Minute Spicy Korean Chicken

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  • Author: Maria B. Evans
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Korean

Description

This spicy Korean chicken is packed with bold flavors and comes together in just 30 minutes! Juicy chicken is coated in a delicious gochujang-based sauce, making it perfect for serving over rice or wrapped in lettuce. A quick and easy meal that brings the heat!


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
  • 2 green onions (chopped, for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • For the Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey (or brown sugar)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

Instructions

  • Prepare the sauce – In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  • Cook the chicken – Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned.
  • Add garlic and ginger – Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  • Coat the chicken – Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir well to coat. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked.
  • Garnish and serve – Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or in lettuce wraps.

Notes

  • For a milder version, reduce the gochujang to 1 tablespoon.
  • Add sliced bell peppers or carrots for extra texture.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg