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Flavorful Gochujang Glazed Chicken Thighs

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A quick, budget-friendly BBQ recipe featuring juicy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet-spicy Korean chili paste sauce that caramelizes beautifully on the grill.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900 grams)
  • 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced fresh
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Salt (about ½ teaspoon for seasoning)
  • Optional garnishes: toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper (about ½ teaspoon salt).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons gochujang, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until smooth (about 3 minutes).
  3. Coat the chicken thighs with half the glaze. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour if time allows (optional).
  4. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 205°C). Lightly oil the grates or pan to prevent sticking.
  5. Place chicken skin-side down and grill for 6-7 minutes without moving to get a nice char. Flip and brush with more glaze. Grill another 6-8 minutes, brushing occasionally with remaining glaze. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Transfer chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes to lock in juices.
  7. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot.

Notes

Patting chicken dry before seasoning helps crisp the skin. Marinating is optional but enhances flavor. Keep grill heat medium-high to avoid burning the glaze sugars. Use tamari for gluten-free version. For less spice, reduce gochujang to 2 tablespoons and add more honey. Avoid pressing chicken on grill to maintain crust. Rest chicken after cooking for juiciness.

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