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Korean Gochujang Chicken Thighs

28 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain rice$14.00580 cal · 38g protein

Ingredients

  • boneless skinless chicken thighs1½ lb
  • gochujang2 tbsp
  • soy sauce3 tbsp
  • honey2 tbsp
  • toasted sesame oil1 tbsp
  • garlic3 cloves
  • fresh ginger1 tbsp
  • cucumber1 count
  • green onions1 bunch
  • sesame seeds1 tbsp
  • short-grain rice1½ cups

Instructions

  1. 1

    Start the rice.

  2. 2

    Whisk the gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Toss half with the chicken thighs.

  3. 3

    Cook the chicken in a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat 6-7 minutes per side until charred and cooked to 175°F.

  4. 4

    Brush the remaining sauce over the chicken in the last minute and let it get sticky. Rest 3 minutes, then slice.

  5. 5

    Serve over rice with sliced cucumber, green onions, and sesame seeds. Set aside a plain piece before saucing for spice-shy kids.

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