Low Carb Gochujang Chicken
Savor bold, spicy flavors without breaking your low-carb lifestyle with this irresistible Low Carb Gochujang Chicken! Featuring tender, oven-baked chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and a touch of low-carb sweetener, this dish is the perfect fusion of heat and umami. Served on crisp lettuce leaves and topped with fresh green onions and nutty sesame seeds, it's a balanced, gluten-free meal that's as wholesome as it is delicious. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, bringing Korean-inspired flair to your table without the carb overload.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Erythritol (or preferred low-carb sweetener)
- 2 Green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 8 Lettuce leaves (for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and erythritol. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Add the chicken thighs to the mixing bowl and toss to coat them evenly in the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for better flavor penetration.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove the marinated chicken thighs from the fridge and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
Serve the sliced chicken on lettuce leaves and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy your low-carb gochujang chicken as a delightful wrap or salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
317 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.8 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 119 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 711 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 32.2 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 486 mg | 10% | |
*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.
