Korean Chicken Thighs with Gochujang Glaze

Sweet, spicy, and incredibly flavorful Korean-inspired chicken thighs coated in a rich gochujang glaze!

These tender chicken thighs are packed with bold flavors from garlic, ginger, sesame, and Korean chili paste, creating a perfect dish for family dinners, grilling nights, or meal prep.

Ingredients:

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)

2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari

2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

2 green onions, sliced

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Salt to taste

Instructions:

Prepare the gochujang glaze (10 minutes):

In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Marinate the chicken thighs (30 minutes - 4 hours):

Add chicken thighs to the glaze and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate to allow the flavors to soak into the meat.

Cook the chicken thighs (20-25 minutes):

Heat a grill, skillet, or oven to medium-high heat. Cook chicken thighs until caramelized on the outside and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Apply extra glaze (5 minutes):

Brush the chicken with additional gochujang glaze during the final minutes of cooking for a glossy, flavorful finish.

Rest and garnish (5 minutes):

Let the chicken rest briefly, then sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Serve and enjoy (2 minutes):

Serve hot with steamed rice, vegetables, or a fresh Asian-inspired salad for a complete meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes (plus marinating time)

Kcal: 430 kcal | Servings: 4 servings