Sweet & Spicy Gochujang Chicken: Your New High-Protein Meal Prep Go-To

Sweet & Spicy Gochujang Chicken: Your New High-Protein Meal Prep Go-To

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Sweet & Spicy Gochujang Chicken with Rice & Cucumbers

A bold, high-protein chicken dish featuring a sticky honey gochujang sauce, served with rice and crisp cucumbers. Perfect for meal prep!

5 from 1 review
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal

📝 Ingredients

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1
    Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, toss chicken with sesame oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Set aside.
  2. 2
    In a separate small bowl, whisk together gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame seeds, and water/broth until well combined.
  3. 3
    Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary). Sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and mostly cooked through.
  4. 4
    Return all seared chicken to the pan. Pour the prepared gochujang sauce over the chicken. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low.
  5. 5
    Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and beautifully coats the chicken pieces.
  6. 6
    Serve immediately over cooked rice with the sliced cucumbers on the side. Garnish with extra sesame seeds, cilantro, and green onions if desired.

💡 Notes

For meal prep, store cooled chicken and rice in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Adjust gochujang for desired spice level. Maple syrup or agave can substitute honey. Add bell peppers or broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking for added vegetables.

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 350 kcal
Protein 25g
Total Fat 12g
Saturated Fat 4g
Carbs 35g
Fiber 3g
Sugar 5g
Sodium 450mg
Cholesterol 65mg

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