Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Chicken with Gochujang Glaze
This dish features tender chicken pieces stir-fried in a vibrant gochujang sauce, balanced with sweet and spicy flavors that make it a popular Korean comfort food. This korean-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs boneless chicken thighs, gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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 boneless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated ginger until smooth.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté for 5-6 minutes until they start to brown and are cooked through.
- Step 3: Pour the prepared gochujang sauce over the chicken and stir to coat evenly. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken beautifully.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 1/4 cup sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Chicken with Gochujang Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Chicken with Gochujang Glaze?
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 boneless chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Chicken with Gochujang Glaze?
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 Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Chicken with Gochujang Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Chicken with Gochujang Glaze?
Korean chicken 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.
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