Dairy-Free Gochujang Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with Dairy-Free Gochujang Chicken, a bold and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs bathed in a vibrant marinade of Korean chili paste, soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of maple syrup for natural sweetness. This recipe highlights a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and umami notes, brought together with the aromatic duo of garlic and ginger. Quick and fuss-free, it takes just 15 minutes to prep and 20 minutes to cook, making it an ideal choice for busy home cooks. Garnished with green onions and sesame seeds for an irresistible finish, this dairy-free masterpiece pairs beautifully with steamed rice or your favorite sides. Perfect for fans of Korean cuisine, this recipe is sure to impress both your family and dinner guests alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable oil)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, maple syrup, minced garlic, and minced ginger until well combined.
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and mix until the chicken is thoroughly coated with the marinade. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator for extra flavor.
Heat the neutral oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken to the skillet. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and caramelized. The internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes on a cutting board.
Slice the chicken into strips and arrange them on a serving plate.
Garnish the chicken with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1534 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.4 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.2 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 625 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 2728 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 138.0 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1573 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
