If you’re craving a dish that’s sweet, spicy, sticky, and packed with flavor, this Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken is calling your name! Made with tender chicken coated in a rich honey-gochujang glaze, it’s the perfect balance of Korean-inspired heat and sweetness. Serve it with rice, noodles, or steamed veggies for a quick and flavorful dinner the whole family will love.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Bold Flavor Combo – The sweet honey balances perfectly with spicy gochujang.
- Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes.
- Versatile – Works with chicken thighs, breasts, or wings.
- Better Than Takeout – Restaurant-quality taste made right at home!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oil (for cooking)
For the Sticky Honey Gochujang Sauce:
- 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1–2 tsp sesame oil (optional, for richness)
- 1–2 tbsp water, to thin if needed
For Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken – Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch and soy sauce until evenly coated.
- Cook the Chicken – Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce – In the same pan, add gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Stir until smooth and bubbly.
- Combine & Coat – Return chicken to the pan, tossing until every piece is coated in the sticky glaze. Add a splash of water if the sauce is too thick.
- Garnish & Serve – Top with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Tips & Variations
- Extra Crispy – Coat chicken in cornstarch and pan-fry until extra crunchy before adding sauce.
- Make it Mild – Reduce gochujang and add more honey for a sweeter flavor.
- Wings Version – This sauce is incredible on baked or air-fried chicken wings!
- Meal Prep Friendly – Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days; reheat gently.
What to Serve With Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken
- Steamed white rice or fried rice 🍚
- Stir-fried or roasted vegetables 🥦🥕
- Cold cucumber salad 🥒
- Kimchi for a true Korean-inspired pairing 🌶️
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken without garnish for up to 2 months. Reheat in a skillet and toss with fresh sauce.
This Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken is a flavor-packed meal that’s equal parts sweet, spicy, and totally addictive. It’s easy enough for a weeknight dinner but delicious enough to impress guests.