Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken (Air Fried or Baked) Recipe
Enjoy the perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors with this Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken recipe. Whether air-fried or baked, this Korean-inspired dish is sure to be a hit at your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (air fryer) or 20 minutes (oven)
- Total Time: 35–40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer, Baking
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon water
Optional Toppings:
- sesame seeds
- chopped green onions
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken pieces with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, black pepper, and cornstarch. Marinate for 15–30 minutes.
- Air Fryer Method: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Cook chicken for 12–14 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Oven Method: Preheat to 425°F (220°C). Bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping once.
- Prepare the Sauce: Simmer gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and water for 3–5 minutes.
- Coat the Chicken: Toss cooked chicken in the sauce until evenly coated. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
- Adjust honey or gochujang for personal taste.
- Pairs well with rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
