Description
Bright, sticky, and undeniably comforting, this Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken hits the sweet-heat sweet spot with a glossy glaze and tender meat.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs (boneless, skin-on)
- 2 cloves garlic, grated
- 3 stalks green onions (white and green parts separated)
- 2 tbsp gochujang paste
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Reserved green parts of the green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Remove any bones from the chicken thighs, keeping the skin intact.
- Separate the green onions into whites and greens; reserve the greens for garnish and use the whites in the marinade. Grate the garlic.
- In a bowl, mix grated garlic, green onion whites, gochujang, honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Place chicken and marinade in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Massage the marinade into the thighs so the skin and meat are coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and heat an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken skin-side down and sear for 4–6 minutes until skin is deeply browned.
- Flip the thighs, add a spoonful of reserved marinade over each and roast in the oven for 8–10 minutes until cooked through.
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with the reserved green parts of the green onions.
Notes
Pat the skin dry before marinating for better crispness. Adjust the marinade sweetness and heat to your preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean