The best way to treat yourself is Sticky Gochujang Chicken 😋
The best way to treat yourself is Sticky Gochujang Chicken 😋 is a easy Korean recipe that serves 4. 350 calories per serving. Recipe by iamneverfull on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 25 min | Total: 50 min
Cost: $6.86 total, $1.71 per serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb Chicken Thighs (boneless, skinless, cut into bite‑size pieces)
- 2 Tbsp Cornstarch (for coating)
- 1 tsp Salt (seasoning)
- ½ tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder (or 1 clove fresh minced)
- 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce (low‑sodium preferred)
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Honey (adds sweetness)
- 1 tsp Granulated Sugar (helps thicken sauce)
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil (toasted flavor)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp Ginger (freshly grated)
- 2 cups Cooked Rice (white or brown, for serving)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Seeds (optional garnish)
- 2 Tbsp Scallions (thinly sliced, optional garnish)
Instructions
Cut Chicken
Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs and cut them into bite‑size chunks.
Time: PT5M
Season & Coat
In a mixing bowl combine cornstarch, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add the chicken pieces and toss until each piece is fully coated.
Time: PT3M
Air Fry Chicken
Place the coated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking oil. Air fry at 375°F for 18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Time: PT18M
Temperature: 375°F
Prepare Gochujang Sauce
While the chicken cooks, combine soy sauce, gochujang, honey, sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl.
Time: PT5M
Thicken Sauce
Transfer the sauce mixture to a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, about 5 minutes.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: medium heat
Combine Chicken and Sauce
Add the air‑fried chicken to the saucepan. Toss until every piece is well coated with the sticky glaze.
Time: PT2M
Serve
Spoon the sticky gochujang chicken over a bowl of cooked rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions if desired.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 12g
- Fiber
- 2g
Dietary info: Dairy‑free, Nut‑free, Can be made gluten‑free with tamari
Allergens: Soy, Sesame, Gluten (if regular soy sauce is used)
Last updated: April 15, 2026








