Gochujang Chicken Thighs Recipe

Gochujang Chicken is a flavorful Korean-inspired dish made with juicy chicken thighs marinated in gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce, sesame oil, and spices. It’s sweet, savory, and just the right amount of spicy — plus you can cook it three different ways: pan-fry, grill, or air fry. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner!

📝 Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons gochujang
• 1 tsp gochugaru (aka Korean hot pepper powder)
• 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp ginger powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Heat a skillet over medium and add a...: Heat a skillet over medium and add a little cooking oil.
2. 2Place the marinated chicken thighs in the skillet.
3. 3Cover and cook for about 10 minutes (covering...: Cover and cook for about 10 minutes (covering helps reduce splatter).
4. 4Flip the chicken, cover again, and cook another...: Flip the chicken, cover again, and cook another 8–10 minutes, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
5. 5Remove from heat and serve hot.
6. 6Preheat your grill to high heat (around 400°F).
7. 7Place the chicken thighs directly on the hot...: Place the chicken thighs directly on the hot grill.
8. 8Close the lid and cook for 6–7 minutes...: Close the lid and cook for 6–7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
9. 9Remove from grill and serve immediately.
10. 10Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil.
11. 11Arrange chicken thighs in a single layer (avoid...: Arrange chicken thighs in a single layer (avoid stacking).
12. 12Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes.
13. 13Open the basket, flip the chicken with tongs,...: Open the basket, flip the chicken with tongs, then air fry for another 5 minutes or until fully cooked through (timing may vary by size of chicken).
14. 14Remove and serve.