Spicy Gochujang Chicken Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Spicy Gochujang Chicken Tacos are a flavorful twist on traditional tacos, featuring tender chicken marinated in a spicy gochujang sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering, this recipe combines bold flavors with fresh toppings.

The tacos are easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making them a crowd-pleaser for taco night.

Delicious Spicy Gochujang Chicken Tacos

This recipe features marinated chicken cooked to perfection and served in warm tortillas, topped with fresh vegetables and a zesty sauce. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ginger powder
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Lime wedges for serving
Sliced jalapeños for extra heat (optional)

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Add the chicken thighs and coat well. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Warm the Tortillas: In a separate skillet, warm the tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Place sliced chicken on each tortilla, then top with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro. Add sliced jalapeños if desired.
Serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and enjoy immediately.