Sticky Gochujang Chicken Tacos
Bold, spicy, and irresistibly sticky—these Gochujang Chicken Tacos bring a Korean-inspired kick wrapped in a soft tortilla. Perfect for taco night with a twist, they’re topped with crisp cabbage slaw and fresh garnishes for a flavor-packed bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 (makes 8 tacos) 1x
Ingredients
1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
8 small tortillas
Cabbage slaw, for topping
Fresh cilantro & lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Add chicken and marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 1 hour).
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring, until cooked through and sauce becomes sticky and caramelized.
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
Assemble tacos: Fill each tortilla with sticky chicken, top with cabbage slaw, and garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
Nutrition
- Calories: 410
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 26g
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