Gochujang Crockpot Chicken

This sweet and slightly spicy chicken is easy to throw together earlier in the shift, then set and forget until dinner. Gochujang is a Korean fermented chili paste that adds bold flavor without excessive heat.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings 6–10 servings

Ingredients

  • 3–5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • ¼ cup gochujang
  • 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch

Directions

  1. Place the chicken in the crockpot.
  2. Whisk together all remaining ingredients except cornstarch and pour over the chicken. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–5 hours.
  3. Remove ½ cup of liquid and whisk with the cornstarch. Add it back into the crockpot, shredding the chicken while mixing. Repeat if more thickening is needed.

Nutrition Facts Per serving

Per ½ cup: 100 calories, 17g protein, 3g carbohydrates, 6g fat, 0g fiber

Serving Suggestions

Serve over rice with a frozen stir-fry vegetable mix for a complete meal.

About the Author

Megan Lautz, MS, RD, CSCS, TSAC-F is a Registered Dietitian and coach who specializes in firefighter nutrition. Megan's mission is to help firefighters perform better, recover faster, and enjoy long healthy retirements. Megan is the owner of RescueRD LLC, which provides nutrition seminars and coaching for tactical athletes across the country. Check out @Rescue.RD on Facebook and Instagram.

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