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Crispy Gochujang Chicken

This Crispy Gochujang Chicken delivers the perfect balance of sweet heat and crunchiness. It's the perfect dinner when you still want delicious, crispy chicken without the mess of frying!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Comfort Food, Dinner, Dinner Party, Lunch, Main Course, Quick Meal
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion, Korean, Takeout
Keyword: 30 Minute Dinner, Asian Chicken Recipe, Asian Dinners, Asian Recipes, Better Than Takeout, Crispy Chicken, Crispy Chicken REcipe, Crispy Gochujang Chicken, Crispy Gochujang Chicken Recipe, Easy Asian Recipe, Gochujang Chicken Thighs
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 16 oz. chicken thighs cut into bite-sized chunks
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ¼ cup flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Neutral oil spray

Gochujang Sauce

Optional Garnish

  • Sesame seeds
  • Scallions

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, and salt. Mix lightly, then add the cubed chicken thighs and dredge thoroughly until evenly coated.
  • Lightly oil your air fryer basket and place the chicken inside in a single layer. Spray the tops with additional oil and air fry at 400°F (205°C) for 15 minutes until crispy and golden.
  • While the chicken cooks, combine gochujang, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and water in a pan. Simmer until the sauce reduces and thickens to your desired consistency.
  • Transfer the crispy chicken to a bowl, pour over the sauce, and toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
  • Serve in a bowl and optionally garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 30g