Easy Gochujang Chicken Breast Recipe (Crispy & Dinner Ready)

Delicious Gochujang Chicken Breast Recipe over a bed of gochujang pasta

Easy Gochujang Chicken Breast Recipe (Crispy & Dinner Ready)

This crispy gochujang chicken breast over creamy pasta is the bold comfort food dinner you didn’t know you needed. Easy, flavorful, and deeply satisfying.

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine Asian, Korean

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings servings

Calories 1058kcal

Author Mirlene

Equipment

Mixing Bowls
Deep Fryer
Cooking Tongs

Ingredients

For the Gochujang Chicken Breast Marinade

1 lb. chicken breast split in half
3 tbsp gochujang paste
½ tsp ground nutmeg
½ cup sour cream
2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp ground ginger
2 tsp paprika
½ tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp onion powder
2 tsp garlic powder

For the Breading

½ cup water
2 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl add the split chicken breast, then add the following ingredients to combine: Gochujang paste, Nutmeg, Sour cream, Paprika, Ground ginger, Kosher salt, Black pepper, Garlic powder, and Onion powder.
Mix well. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor).
Prepare the Breading Station: You’ll need three bowls:
1 bowl for egg wash (whisk eggs + water)
1 bowl for flour
1 bowl for seasoned breadcrumbs
Dredge each slice of chicken breast: Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then the egg mixture, followed by the breadcrumbs (press firmly so it sticks to the meat), then set aside on a rack or tray.
Pro Tip: Best to place it in the freezer for at least 5-10 minutes so that the breading sets on the chicken. This will help provide a crispy texture.
Deep Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
Fry 1 slice of chicken breast at a time for about 4–6 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Remove and drain on paper towels or a rack.
Serve warm with pasta, rice, or vegetable.

Notes

🧊 Storage and Reheating Tips

If you happen to have leftovers (which is rare in my house), here’s how to keep things tasting good.

Store separately if possible:

chicken in an airtight container
pasta in another container

Reheat chicken:

air fryer: best for crispiness
oven: good second option
microwave: works, but softens crust

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