Korean Chicken Instant Pot Recipes

May 04, 2023 Post a Comment

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Korean chicken is a savory classic dish that’s sure to get your taste buds tingling. It’s a flavorful combination of sweet and savory, with a hint of heat from the Korean chilli paste, gochujang. Cooking in an Instant Pot makes this dish even easier to make, so you can enjoy the deliciousness without the hassle.

Description

Korean chicken is a savory dish made with chicken and a flavorful combination of sweet and savory ingredients. A hint of heat comes from the Korean chilli paste, gochujang, which can be adjusted to your taste. This dish is cooked in an Instant Pot for a quick and easy meal.

Prep Time

This dish takes about 10 minutes of prep time to get all the ingredients together. After that, it’s a very easy dish to put together and most of the time is hands-off while it cooks in the Instant Pot.

Cook Time

Cooking this dish in the Instant Pot is fast and easy. It only takes about 10 minutes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure and about 15 minutes for the chicken to cook. That’s a total of 25 minutes before you’re able to enjoy your delicious Korean chicken.

Ingredients

2 lb boneless and skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chilli paste)
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ginger, grated
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

Combine the soy sauce, honey, gochujang, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl.
Place the chicken thighs in the Instant Pot and pour the sauce over the chicken.
Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing. Select the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” setting and set the time for 15 minutes.
When the timer beeps, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then do a quick release for any remaining pressure.
Carefully remove the lid of the Instant Pot and remove the chicken from the pot. Set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry.
Select the “Saute” setting and add the cornstarch slurry to the pot. Stir until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
Return the chicken to the pot and stir to coat. Serve and enjoy.

Equipment

Instant Pot
Small bowl
Measuring cups & spoons

Notes

Gochujang is a type of Korean chilli paste. It can be found in most Asian grocery stores or online.
If you prefer a milder version of this dish, reduce the amount of gochujang to 1 tablespoon.
If you prefer a spicier version of this dish, add additional gochujang to taste.

Nutrition: Per Serving

Calories	Carbohydrates	Protein	Fat
308	12g	30g	14g

Recipe Tips

This dish is best served hot, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
To make this dish vegetarian, substitute the chicken for firm tofu.
To make this dish gluten-free, substitute the soy sauce for tamari.

Korean chicken is a delicious and easy dish that’s sure to please. It’s full of flavor and can be made in no time in your Instant Pot. From prep to plate, it only takes about 35 minutes and you’ll be able to enjoy a delicious meal. Give this recipe a try and you won’t be disappointed!