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Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken (Air Fried or Baked) Recipe

Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken (Air Fried or Baked) Recipe
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Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken thighs or drumsticks coated in a sweet and spicy Korean-inspired glaze. Perfectly cooked in an air fryer or oven, this recipe delivers a sticky, glossy finish with a balance of heat, sweetness, and umami that makes for a delicious weeknight dinner or casual meal.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs or drumsticks, skin-on or skinless
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (optional for baking)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Sticky Honey Gochujang Glaze:

  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (optional, for thickening)

For Garnish:

  • Sesame seeds
  • Sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides. For extra crispiness, lightly coat the chicken with vegetable oil if baking.
  2. Prepare the Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Cook the Chicken: For air frying, preheat to 375°F (190°C), arrange chicken in a single layer in the basket, and cook for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and skin is golden. For baking, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), line a baking sheet with parchment or grease it, arrange chicken pieces, and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until fully cooked and golden.
  4. Glaze the Chicken: Heat the glaze mixture over medium heat in a small saucepan, stirring frequently, simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. For thicker glaze, add cornstarch slurry and cook an additional minute. Toss or brush the cooked chicken with the warm glaze until fully coated.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the glazed chicken with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs are preferred for juiciness but drumsticks or wings are good alternatives.
  • Adjust the amount of gochujang to control spice level.
  • Use cornstarch slurry if you prefer a thicker glaze consistency.
  • For extra crispiness in baking, pat chicken very dry and use a light coating of oil.
  • Gochujang is available at Asian grocery stores or online.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated gently.

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Keywords: Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken, Korean chicken recipe, air fryer chicken, baked chicken thighs, spicy honey chicken glaze

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