Stir-Fried Chicken with Popular Korean Gochujang Glaze
Tender chicken pieces stir-fried with a spicy-sweet gochujang glaze, balanced with garlic and sesame for a dish loved by many. This korean-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs boneless skinless 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces. In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp sesame oil to make the glaze.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
- Step 4: Pour the prepared gochujang glaze over the chicken and stir well to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the chicken.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions on top before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Popular Korean 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Popular Korean 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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken with Popular Korean 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Popular Korean 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Popular Korean 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.
