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High Protein Crispy Korean Popcorn Chicken – Easy 35-Minute Recipe with Gochujang Glaze and Lean Chicken Breast

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
Enjoy this quick and protein-packed Korean-style popcorn chicken with a spicy gochujang glaze, perfect for a flavorful meal in just 35 minutes.

Ingredients

Main

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 large eggs (beaten)
  • 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 green onions green onions (chopped)
  • Sesame seeds Sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Oil Oil for frying or baking spray (for frying or oven/air fryer)

Instructions 

  • Cut chicken into small bite-sized pieces.
  • Dip chicken in beaten eggs, then dredge in cornstarch.
  • - Oven: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes until crispy.
    - Air Fryer: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 14–16 minutes, flipping halfway.
    - Fry: Heat oil and fry for 4–5 minutes until golden.
  • Sauté garlic and ginger in sesame oil, add gochujang, soy sauce, and honey. Simmer until thickened.
  • Toss chicken in the glaze until coated. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

For extra crispiness, bake or air fry instead of frying.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: chicken, quick, Spicy