Baked Gochujang Chicken

Baked Gochujang Chicken is a flavorful and spicy Korean-inspired dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a rich gochujang marinade. Perfectly baked to perfection, this dish offers a delightful balance of heat and umami, making it a high-protein meal option.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 400 grams
• Gochujang - 3 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
• Ginger, grated - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
3. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 20 minutes at room temperature, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
4. Place the marinated chicken thighs in a baking dish, pouring any remaining marinade over them.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
6. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from sesame oil, which can promote heart health.

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