Gochujang-Glazed Chicken Wings with Sesame
Crispy chicken wings coated in a sweet-spicy gochujang glaze and finished with toasted sesame seeds. This Korean recipe, ready in about 33 minutes, pairs chicken wings, gochujang paste, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken wings
- 2 tbsp gochujang paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
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Instructions
- Step 1: Toss 1 lb chicken wings with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated, then air-fry at 375°F for 18 minutes until crispy.
- Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp gochujang paste, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp rice vinegar in a bowl until smooth.
- Step 3: While wings cook, mix 1/2 tsp garlic powder into the gochujang glaze.
- Step 4: Once wings are crispy, transfer to a bowl and pour the gochujang mixture over them, tossing to coat evenly.
- Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tbsp sesame seeds over the wings and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Gochujang-Glazed Chicken Wings with Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Gochujang-Glazed Chicken Wings with Sesame?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken wings from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Gochujang-Glazed Chicken Wings with Sesame?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Gochujang-Glazed Chicken Wings with Sesame for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Gochujang-Glazed Chicken Wings with Sesame?
Korean korean like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
