This Gochujang Chicken Wings Recipe (Air Fryer or Oven) is made with bone-in chicken, seasoning, gochujang paste, soy sauce, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil and baked to perfection.
If you are looking to make some some Gochujang Chicken (Air Fryer or Oven) and have been craving wings like me, then I would totally make this. These are the perfect combination of savory, spicy and sweet.
This chicken is perfect for any weeknight recipe. This is one of the easiest recipes, especially if you are feeding a family. Not only is it tasty, it is also super healthy. This is an easy weeknight meal and fuss-free. This dish will become a part of your regular meals, all it takes it one time, and you’ll be hooked.
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What is Korean Gochujang?
Gochujang is a fermented Korean chili paste that is a staple ingredient in Korean cuisine. It is made from red chili peppers, glutinous rice, fermented soybeans, salt, and sometimes sweeteners like sugar or honey. The mixture is then fermented for several months to develop its unique flavor and texture. Gochujang has a complex and savory taste that is both spicy and slightly sweet, with a deep umami flavor from the fermented soybeans. It is commonly used in Korean cooking to add flavor and heat to dishes like stews, soups, marinades, and dipping sauces.
What is Gochujang chicken?
Gochujang chicken is a Korean dish that features chicken coated in a spicy, sweet, and savory sauce made with gochujang, a fermented chili paste that is a staple ingredient in Korean cuisine. To make gochujang chicken, chicken pieces are usually marinated in a mixture of gochujang, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, honey, and sesame oil, then grilled or baked until cooked through. The resulting dish is spicy and savory, with a touch of sweetness from the honey.
Gochujang chicken is often served as a main dish with rice and vegetables, such as Air Fried Bok Choy on the side. It can also be served as an appetizer or snack, with toothpicks for easy eating. Gochujang chicken is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is a great introduction to Korean cuisine for those who are new to it.
Gochujang Chicken Wing Ingredients
- Bone-in chicken
- Baking powder
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Gochujang
- Soy sauce
- Grated ginger
- Rice vinegar
- Sesame oil
- Sesame seeds
See recipe card for quantities.
How to make Gochujang Chicken Recipe
Pat the wings dry. Season the chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, and baking powder.
Add the chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 175°F. Remove from oven.
In a large bowl, add the gochujang, soy sauce, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. When the wings are ready and cooked through, add into the bowl and toss to combine.
Garnish with sesame seeds.
Hint:
- For Oven: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the wings dry. Season the chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, and baking powder. Add the chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 175°F. Remove from oven.
- In a large bowl, add the gochujang, soy sauce, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- When the wings are ready and cooked through, add into the bowl and toss to combine.
- Garnish with sesame seeds.
- For Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
- Wash wings and pat dry. Season the chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, and baking powder. Add the chicken in the air fryer and air fry for 20 minutes, flipping once halfway, until internal temperature reaches 175°F.
- In a large bowl, add the gochujang, soy sauce, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- When the wings are ready and cooked through, add into the bowl and toss to combine.
- Garnish with sesame seeds.
Hint: You have the option to broil at the end for extra crispy skin.
Substitutions
Chicken: The chicken can be either wings, drumsticks, or thighs, as long as they are bone-in. Cooking time is the same for each piece.
Baking Powder: The baking powder is essential for getting that crispy skin. I love using this method when it comes to grilling or baking chicken wings.
Garlic powder: You can use only garlic powder or only onion powder for this.
Soy Sauce: Instead of soy sauce you can use Tamari, Worcestershire sauce, Miso, Maggi seasoning, Salt, Coconut aminos, or Liquid aminos.
Sesame seeds: I love using sesame seeds for garnish, although everything but the bagel seasoning works wonders.
Variations
Here are a few variations of gochujang chicken wings recipes that you can try:
- Honey Gochujang Chicken Wings: Mix gochujang, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic in a bowl, then toss the chicken wings in the mixture. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, turning the wings over halfway through cooking.
- Spicy Garlic Gochujang Chicken Wings: Mix gochujang, garlic, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and chili flakes in a bowl, then toss the chicken wings in the mixture. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, turning the wings over halfway through cooking.
- Korean Fried Gochujang Chicken Wings: Mix gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a bowl, then toss the chicken wings in the mixture. Dredge the wings in flour and cornstarch, then fry in hot oil until crispy and golden brown.
- Gochujang Lime Chicken Wings: Mix gochujang, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, and garlic in a bowl, then toss the chicken wings in the mixture. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, turning the wings over halfway through cooking.
- Sticky Gochujang Chicken Wings: Mix gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a bowl, then toss the chicken wings in the mixture. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, turning the wings over halfway through cooking.
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Equipment
To make gochujang chicken wings, you will need the following equipment:
- Baking sheet: You will need a large baking sheet to bake the chicken wings in the oven. I love using my Caraway baking sheets for best quality. Get yourself a discount by clicking here!
- Mixing bowls: You will need mixing bowls to combine the ingredients for the marinade and coating.
- Whisk: You can use a whisk to combine the ingredients for the marinade or coating.
- Tongs or spatula: You will need tongs or a spatula to turn the chicken wings over while they are baking.
- Oven: You will need an oven to bake the chicken wings until they are crispy and cooked through.
How to store Gochujang Chicken
To store gochujang chicken, you can follow these steps:
- Let the chicken cool down to room temperature.
- Transfer the chicken to an airtight container.
- Store the chicken in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
If you have leftover sauce or marinade, you can store it separately in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Be sure to label the container with the contents and date to keep track of when you made it.
When you're ready to reheat the chicken, you can do so in the oven or microwave. To reheat in the oven, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and place the chicken on a baking sheet. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. To reheat in the microwave, place the chicken on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.
Top tip
Here are some top tips to keep in mind when making gochujang chicken:
- Use skin-on chicken wings: Chicken wings with skin on will result in a crispier texture and also help to keep the meat moist while baking.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper: Lining the baking sheet with parchment paper will help prevent the chicken from sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Adjust the spiciness level to your preference: Gochujang can be quite spicy, so adjust the amount used based on your personal preference.
- Make sure the chicken is cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C) before serving.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and scallions: To add some extra flavor and texture, sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced scallions over the finished chicken wings before serving.
Gochujang Chicken Recipe
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
Description
This Gochujang Chicken (Air Fryer or Oven) is made with bone-in chicken, seasoning, gochujang paste, soy sauce, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil and baked to perfection.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds bone-in chicken wings, drumsticks, or thighs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons gochujang
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- For Oven: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash wings and pat dry. Season the chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, and baking powder. Add the chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 175°F. Remove from oven.
- In a large bowl, add the gochujang, soy sauce, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- When the wings are ready and cooked through, add into the bowl and toss to combine.
- Garnish with sesame seeds.
- For Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
- Wash wings and pat dry. Season the chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, and baking powder. Add the chicken in the air fryer and air fry for 20 minutes, flipping once halfway, until internal temperature reaches 175°F.
- In a large bowl, add the gochujang, soy sauce, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- When the wings are ready and cooked through, add into the bowl and toss to combine.
- Garnish with sesame seeds.
Notes
- Use skin-on chicken wings: Chicken wings with skin on will result in a crispier texture and also help to keep the meat moist while baking.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper: Lining the baking sheet with parchment paper will help prevent the chicken from sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Adjust the spiciness level to your preference: Gochujang can be quite spicy, so adjust the amount used based on your personal preference.
- Make sure the chicken is cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C) before serving.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and scallions: To add some extra flavor and texture, sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced scallions over the finished chicken wings before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Food safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
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