Easy Gochujang Chicken Thighs Recipe | High-Protein Korean-Inspired Meal Prep
If you're looking for a quick, high-protein dinner packed with bold flavor, these Gochujang Chicken Thighs are a perfect choice. Made with juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and spicy Korean-inspired gochujang glaze, served over fluffy white rice with a refreshing cucumber salad, this healthy meal is ideal for lunch, dinner, or weekly meal prep.
Each serving delivers approximately 568 calories, 54g of protein, 51g of carbohydrates, and 14g of fat, making it a satisfying option for anyone focused on weight management, muscle building, or balanced nutrition.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
High in protein to help keep you full
Ready in about 30 minutes
Perfect for healthy meal prep
Sweet, spicy, and packed with flavor
Great for busy weeknight dinners
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Ingredients
For the Chicken
250g skinless chicken thighs
Gochujang
Minced garlic
Sweetener
Honey
Garlic powder
Salt and pepper
Cooked white rice
For the Cucumber Salad
Fresh cucumber
Garlic
Sesame oil
Soy sauce
Gochugaru or chili powder
Green onions
Sesame seeds
Salt and pepper
How to Make Gochujang Chicken Thighs
Prepare the flavorful gochujang sauce, season and cook the chicken until golden, then coat it in the sticky glaze. Toss together the fresh cucumber salad while the chicken cooks. Serve everything over warm white rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for the perfect finish.
Meal Prep Tips
Store the chicken and rice in airtight containers for up to 4 days in the refrigerator. Keep the cucumber salad separate to maintain its fresh, crisp texture. Reheat the chicken and rice before serving.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
Calories: 568
Protein: 54g
Carbohydrates: 51g
Fat: 14g
This balanced, protein-rich meal is excellent for healthy eating, fitness goals, and easy weekly meal prep.