Description
Korean Sweet Spicy Chicken is a culinary delight that tantalizes your taste buds with a perfect balance of sweetness and heat. This dish features succulent boneless chicken thighs coated in a vibrant sauce made from gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce, garlic, and brown sugar. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or casual gatherings. Quick to prepare and versatile, this dish can be served over rice, alongside fresh vegetables, or even as a filling for wraps. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, Korean Sweet Spicy Chicken promises to satisfy your cravings and impress your guests.
Ingredients
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- Soy sauce (low-sodium)
- Brown sugar
- Garlic cloves
- Rice vinegar
Instructions
- Cut boneless skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry.
- In a bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and rice vinegar to create the sauce.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook the chicken pieces until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken in the skillet and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in part of the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Adjust spiciness by modifying the amount of gochujang based on your preference. - This dish pairs well with steamed jasmine rice or stir-fried vegetables.