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Korean-Style Gochujang Chicken Thighs

Korean-Style Gochujang Chicken Thighs are juicy boneless chicken thighs marinated in a sweet, savory and spicy glaze made with gochujang, honey, coconut aminos, garlic, ginger, sesame oil and paprika. Grill or air fry them for an easy high-protein dinner.

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Korean-Style Gochujang Chicken Thighs
Prep 10 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Total
Servings 4
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Ingredients

Korean-Style Chicken

  • 1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp finely minced fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, for serving
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced, for serving

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl or resealable container
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Grill or air fryer
  • Instant-read meat thermometer

Instructions

Prepare & Marinate

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry thoroughly with paper towels and place them in a large mixing bowl or resealable container.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, gochujang, coconut aminos, sesame oil, ginger, garlic and paprika until smooth and well combined.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken and toss until every piece is evenly coated.
  4. Cover and refrigerate until ready to cook. For more flavor, marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours.

Grill

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  2. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off.
  3. Grill for about 5–7 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until caramelized and the thickest part reaches at least 165°F (74°C).
  4. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Air Fryer

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  2. Arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer, working in batches if needed.
  3. Air fry for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until browned and the thickest part reaches at least 165°F (74°C).
  4. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Estimated Nutrition Per Serving

Estimate

Serving size: 1/4 of recipe

Calories370 kcal
Protein41 g
Carbohydrates12 g
Fat16 g
Fiber1 g
Sugar8 g
Sodium650 mg
Saturated Fat4 g

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary based on brands, portions, substitutions and preparation.

Pair It With

Steamed jasmine rice
Cauliflower rice
Cucumber salad
Steamed or roasted broccoli

Notes

  • Nutrition is an estimate per serving based on 4 servings and includes approximately 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish.
  • Gochujang brands vary significantly in sugar and sodium, so actual nutrition will vary.
  • For a gluten-free version, verify that the gochujang is certified gluten-free.
  • Pat raw chicken dry instead of rinsing it. This helps the marinade adhere and avoids spreading raw poultry juices around the sink area.
  • Marinating time is optional and is not included in the listed total time.
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