Sweet & Spicy Korean Sticky Chicken Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

This Sweet & Spicy Korean Sticky Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a flavorful sauce, making it a standout among chicken main dishes. Perfect for quick and easy dinner recipes, this skillet chicken is not only delicious but also a great option for healthy food meals.

With a balance of sweetness and heat, this recipe is straightforward and can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights.

Quick and Easy Korean Sticky Chicken

This dish features juicy chicken thighs coated in a sticky sauce made from soy sauce, honey, garlic, and gochujang. It takes about 25 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it a perfect choice for easy meals.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey, gochujang, minced garlic, minced ginger, and sesame oil until well combined.
Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Add the Sauce: Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the chicken.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with rice or steamed vegetables.