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Korean Spicy Chicken Stir Fry: A Flavor Explosion Awaits!

Korean Spicy Chicken Stir Fry

This Korean Spicy Chicken Stir Fry is a vibrant, fiery dish that brings the excitement of a Korean restaurant right into your kitchen. The magic is in the sauce—a perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and savory from gochujang, sesame oil, and honey that clings to every piece of tender chicken and crisp-tender vegetable. It's a fast, flavorful, and genuinely exciting meal perfect for shaking you out of a dinner rut.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced into thin bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • 2-3 green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. You want the pan to be hot before you add anything to get a good sear.
  2. Add the sliced chicken to the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's browned on all sides and cooked through. Try not to overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
  3. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet with the chicken. Sauté for about one minute until you can smell their wonderful aroma.
  4. Toss in the sliced bell pepper and onion. Continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes. You're looking for the vegetables to become tender but still have a slight crunch.
  5. While the vegetables are cooking, prepare your Spicy Stir Fry Sauce Recipe. In a small bowl, whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey until smooth.
  6. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet. Stir everything together continuously to ensure every single piece is coated in that glorious red sauce.
  7. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to bubble and thicken slightly, clinging to the ingredients.
  8. Remove from the heat. Serve immediately, garnished generously with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

For best results, ensure the skillet is very hot before adding chicken to get a proper sear. Prepare all ingredients (mise en place) before starting to cook, as the process is very fast. To keep chicken tender, slice it thinly against the grain and avoid overcooking. This recipe is versatile; chicken thighs, pork, steak, or tofu can be used, and other vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms can be added. Adjust the amount of gochujang to control the spice level.