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Gochujang Glazed Ayam Bakar

Crispy-skinned chicken thighs with a sticky, spicy-sweet glaze inspired by Indonesian char. Sheet-pan roast with minimal prep, maximum flavor.

Total time
28 min
Servings
4
Calories
428
Protein
42g
Gochujang Glazed Ayam Bakar
comfortboldindonesianchickencrispytenderjuicyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season all sides generously with salt and black pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk gochujang, lime juice, fish sauce, honey, and minced garlic in a bowl until smooth.

  3. Step 3

    Arrange chicken skin-side up on a sheet pan. Brush glaze evenly over each thigh.

  4. Step 4

    Roast at 425°F for 24–26 minutes until skin is deep mahogany and juices run clear when thigh is pierced.

  5. Step 5

    Let rest 3 minutes. Drizzle with any pan juices and fresh lime wedges before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • sheet pan
  • paper towels
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • pastry brush
  • instant-read thermometer (optional)

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