Sheet Pan Korean Popcorn Chicken
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with this Sheet Pan Korean Popcorn Chicken. Tender, crispy chicken pieces are enveloped in a savory-sweet gochujang glaze, creating an irresistible dish perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. This easy-to-make recipe guarantees a restaurant-quality meal right from your kitchen, ensuring every bite is packed with mouthwatering goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup Korean gochujang sauce
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix gochujang sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Coat chicken pieces in the sauce mixture using tongs.
- Place coated chicken on the baking sheet and sprinkle panko breadcrumbs over them.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 115g
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 715mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For additional crunch, add toasted sesame seeds on top before serving. Substitute chicken with firm tofu or shrimp for a different protein option.