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Slow Cooker Gochujang Chicken Sandwiches
5 from 18 votes

Slow Cooker Gochujang Chicken Sandwiches

This recipe slow cooks chicken thighs in a savory sauce made from gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar until tender enough to shred. The juicy, flavorful chicken is then piled onto toasted hamburger buns with crisp vegetables like cucumber and cabbage, creating a balanced sandwich with spicy, sweet, and tangy notes.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 477 kcal
Course: Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, American

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup chicken broth low-sodium or filtered water
  • ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons gochujang plus more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil toasted
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch or arrowroot starch
  • 1 ½-2 pounds chicken thigh boneless, skinless
  • For serving:
  • 4 to 6 hamburger buns gluten free if desired
  • cucumber
  • jalapeño
  • cilantro
  • cabbage

Instructions

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  1. In a large slow cooker, add the chicken broth, soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, rice vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch. Whisk together until well-combined.
  2. Place the chicken thighs on top and flip over to coat the chicken with the sauce. Cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours.
  3. Use a slotted spoon or a large fork to transfer the chicken to a sheet pan (this will help catch all the juices). Shred chicken with two forks and place back in the slow cooker with the sauce and stir. Serve immediately or turn the slow cooker to the warm setting and serve later.
  4. Once ready to serve, use a slotted spoon to add chicken to a toasted bun, top with slaw and remaining bun. You can also serve these with sliced cheddar cheese if you prefer. YUM! Serves 4 to 6.

Notes

  • This recipe can be multiplied easily to feed a larger crowd.
  • For a gluten-free version, use Sambal Oelek instead of gochujang and gluten-free buns.
  • These sandwiches can also be served over coconut or brown rice with cucumber salad for a different meal format.
  • Adjust the amount of gochujang according to preferred spice level.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1sandwich (with bun and slaw) Calories 477cal (24%) Carbohydrates 47.8g (16%) Protein 41.3g (83%) Fat 12.6g (19%) Saturated Fat 2.8g (14%) Fiber 3.2g (13%) Sugar 18.1g (36%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 477

% Daily Value*

Serving 1sandwich (with bun and slaw)
Calories 477cal 24%
Carbohydrates 47.8g 16%
Protein 41.3g 83%
Fat 12.6g 19%
Saturated Fat 2.8g 14%
Fiber 3.2g 13%
Sugar 18.1g 36%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.