These crispy and tender chicken tenders are coated in a flavorful Korean spicy sauce and served with a side of sweet apple slices. It's a perfect blend of heat and sweetness for a unique and mouthwatering dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp grated ginger
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400F.
- In a bowl, mix gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger to make the sauce.
- Coat chicken tenders with the sauce and let marinate for 20 minutes.
- Place chicken tenders on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- In a separate pan, sauté apple slices until slightly caramelized.
- Serve cooked chicken tenders with sautéed apple slices, topped with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Interesting Facts
Gochujang is a staple in Korean cuisine, adding a unique spicy kick to dishes.
Apples add a natural sweetness to balance out the heat of the gochujang sauce.
This dish is a fusion of Korean flavors with a touch of American twist.