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Spicy Korean Chicken

Spicy Korean Chicken

Spice up your dinner with Spicy Korean Chicken, a flavorful dish combining heat and creamy cheese. Perfect for cozy nights or gatherings. Try it now!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g chicken thighs or breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 3 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 2 tablespoons gochugaru Korean chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or rice syrup
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 120 ml water
  • 100 g shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Chopped green onions for garnish
  • Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Oven-safe dish
  • Broiler-safe skillet

Method
 

  1. Mix all the sauce ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat and cook the chicken, garlic, and ginger until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Pour the mixed spicy sauce over the cooked chicken and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish and sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top, then broil for 3-5 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  5. Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds, and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more honey or reducing the gochugaru. For added flavor, toast sesame seeds lightly before using as a garnish. If storing leftovers, keep the cheese separate and add it before reheating for optimal gooeyness. This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.