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Gochujang Butter Chicken – 40% Lighter

Korean-spiced butter chicken with gochujang's signature heat and umami, traditionally indulgent but reimagined with Greek yogurt and chicken breast. This Fat Switch version delivers the same rich, glossy sauce in 40% fewer calories—perfect for a satisfying lunch without the afternoon slump.

20m

Prep Time

30m

Cook Time

Servings

348

Calories

22g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 320g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
✓ 1 tbsp butter
✓ 1 tbsp neutral oil (canola or light sesame)
✓ 1 medium onion, diced
✓ 3 cloves garlic, minced
✓ 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
✓ 1/4 tsp sea salt
✓ 1/4 tsp black pepper
✓ 3 tbsp gochujang paste
✓ 1/3 cup Greek yogurt (0% fat, unsweetened)
✓ 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken stock
✓ 1 tbsp soy sauce
✓ 1 tsp honey
✓ 1/2 tsp sesame oil
✓ 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
✓ 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt and pepper. This ensures better browning and locks in moisture during cooking.

2. Sear the Chicken: Heat butter and oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add chicken and sear 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown (internal temp 165°F). Transfer to a plate and set aside.

3. Build the Aromatics: In the same skillet, add diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and ginger, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.

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4. Bloom the Gochujang: Add gochujang paste directly to the pan, stirring for 1–2 minutes to caramelize slightly. This deepens the fermented flavor and removes any raw taste.

5. Build the Sauce: Pour in chicken stock and soy sauce, scraping any browned bits from the pan's bottom. Add honey and sesame oil. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.

6. Temper the Yogurt: In a small bowl, whisk Greek yogurt with 2–3 tbsp of the hot sauce (off heat). This prevents curdling. Slowly pour the mixture back into the skillet while stirring constantly.

7. Return & Simmer: Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 8–10 minutes, turning chicken halfway through, until sauce coats the chicken thickly.

8. Finish & Serve: Taste and adjust salt/spice as needed. Divide between two bowls, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish with green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve over brown rice or cauliflower rice.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories348 kcal

Protein22g

Carbohydrates48g

Fat10g

🏷️ Tags

#gochujang chicken recipe#Korean fusion butter chicken#low-calorie Asian lunch

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