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Gochujang Honey Chicken Bowl
Spicy-sweet gochujang chicken over fluffy rice with fresh toppings and a drizzle, weeknight comfort with a kick.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
20
min
Active Time
30
min
Total Time
4
SERVINGS
Stovetop
METHOD
Why It Works
One skillet and a simple sauce do all the work, making this bowl quick to assemble and easy to customize.
Ingredients
Protein
• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs — cut into bite-size pieces
Vegetables
• 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• ½ cup carrots, thinly sliced
Seasoning
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons neutral oil (vegetable or avocado)
Sauce
• 3 tablespoons gochujang paste
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Pasta & Grains
• 3 cups cooked white rice
Topping
• Sesame seeds, for garnish
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
How to Make It
1
Make the sauce. Whisk gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
2
Coat the chicken. Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch until lightly and evenly coated. This gives you the crust that holds the glaze.
3
Sear the chicken. Heat neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer — don't crowd the pan. Cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside on a plate. 8–10 min
4
Cook the veggies. In the same skillet (no need to clean it), add snap peas, broccoli, and carrots. Cook 3–4 minutes, tossing occasionally, until crisp-tender. They should still have a slight bite. 3–4 min
5
Glaze everything. Return the chicken to the skillet. Pour the sauce over everything. Toss and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze that coats the chicken and veggies. 2 min
6
Serve. Spoon chicken and veggies over rice. Top with sesame seeds and sliced scallions.
How to Make It
1
Make the sauce. Whisk gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
2
Coat the chicken. Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch until lightly and evenly coated. This gives you the crust that holds the glaze.
3
Sear the chicken. Heat neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer — don't crowd the pan. Cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside on a plate. 8–10 min
4
Cook the veggies. In the same skillet (no need to clean it), add snap peas, broccoli, and carrots. Cook 3–4 minutes, tossing occasionally, until crisp-tender. They should still have a slight bite. 3–4 min
5
Glaze everything. Return the chicken to the skillet. Pour the sauce over everything. Toss and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze that coats the chicken and veggies. 2 min
6
Serve. Spoon chicken and veggies over rice. Top with sesame seeds and sliced scallions.
Ingredients
Protein
• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs — cut into bite-size pieces
Vegetables
• 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• ½ cup carrots, thinly sliced
Seasoning
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons neutral oil (vegetable or avocado)
Sauce
• 3 tablespoons gochujang paste
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Pasta & Grains
• 3 cups cooked white rice
Topping
• Sesame seeds, for garnish
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
Storage & Reheat
Store:
Store chicken and veggies separately from rice in airtight containers.
Reheat:
Microwave with a splash of water to loosen the glaze (it thickens in the fridge). Or reheat in a skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes.
Swaps
No soy sauce? Use tamari in the same amount.
No rice vinegar? Use the same amount of white wine vinegar; the flavor will be slightly sharper.
Avo's Tip
If your gochujang paste is very thick, microwave it for 10 seconds before mixing — it'll blend into the sauce much more easily.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs?
Yes, but cut them thinner (about 1/2 inch thick) so they cook evenly. Thighs stay juicier, but breast works well if you don't overcook it — pull at 165°F internal.
Where do I find gochujang?
Most grocery stores carry it in the international or Asian foods aisle. It comes in a red tub or squeeze bottle. Any brand works. If you can't find it, substitute 1 tablespoon sriracha + 1 tablespoon miso paste + 1 tablespoon brown sugar.
Can I meal prep this?
Absolutely. This is one of the best meal prep recipes on the site. Make the full batch, divide into containers with rice, and you have 4 lunches ready. The sauce reheats beautifully — it actually tastes better the next day as the flavors develop.
Quick Fixes
Chicken not getting saucy: Toss in sauce off heat so the coating sticks and doesn't evaporate.
Too spicy: Reduce gochujang by half and add a little extra honey to balance.
Cornstarch coating clumping: Toss chicken in cornstarch and shake off excess before adding to the hot pan.
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