Gochujang Chicken

Dive into the bold flavors of Korea with this Gochujang Chicken Thigh recipe. Featuring a captivating mix of sweet, salty, and spicy notes, these chicken thighs are perfect for meal prep and versatile serving options. Cooked to perfection in an air fryer, this dish is your ticket to a quick and delicious meal!

Ingredients

🌶️ 1/2 cup Gochujang Hot Pepper Paste

🍬 1/4 cup granulated sweetener sugar or sugar substitute

💧 1/4 cup hot water

🍗 3-4 pieces skinless chicken thighs totaling approximately 1.5 - 2 lbs

🧴 Cooking spray generic, yellow can

🌿 Fresh ground black pepper, to taste

🥬 Lettuce leaves for serving, butter lettuce or similar

🥣 White creamy ranch-style dipping sauce, garnished with chopped parsley/dill

🍃 Chopped parsley or dill for garnish

Instructions

1- Prepare the Marinade:

• In a stainless steel mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of CHUNGJUNGONE Gochujang Hot Pepper Paste, 1/4 cup sweetener, and 1/4 cup hot water. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well combined.

2- Marinate the Chicken:

• Add the skinless chicken thighs to the mixing bowl. Use black disposable gloves to ensure each piece is evenly coated in the marinade. For best results, marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, although immediate cooking is fine.

3- Preheat the Air Fryer:

• Lightly spray the basket of your air fryer with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

4- Cook the Chicken:

• Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Grind fresh black pepper over the chicken.

• Set the air fryer to 390°F 199°C and cook for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a crispy exterior.

5- Serve:

• Once cooked, remove the chicken from the air fryer and allow to rest briefly. Slice into desired pieces before serving.

• Arrange the sliced chicken over fresh lettuce leaves and serve with a side of ranch-style dipping sauce garnished with parsley or dill.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories per Serving: Approx. 300

• Proteins: 25g

• Fats: 18g

• Carbohydrates: 15g

Equipment:

• 🍽️ Cutting board, multi-wood block pattern

• ⚫ Air fryer, drawer-style

• 🥣 Stainless steel mixing bowl

• ⚖️ Kitchen Scale, small silver digital

• 🥄 Metal spoon

• 🔪 Chef’s knife

• 🔧 Tongs, metal

• 🔨 Black handheld peppermill

• 🧤 Black disposable gloves

• 🥗 Serving platter/plate with lettuce leaves

Cooking Tips

• Testing Flavors: Feel free to taste the marinade without raw chicken to adjust seasoning to your preference.

• Versatility: Enjoy these chicken thighs in various ways, such as in a lettuce wrap, with steamed rice, or atop a fresh salad.

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Gochujang Chicken Thighs