Low Fat Korean Fried Chicken

Satisfy your craving for crispy, flavorful chicken guilt-free with this Low Fat Korean Fried Chicken recipe! Perfectly tender skinless chicken thighs are coated in a light, cornstarch-based batter, then air-fried to golden perfection—no deep frying needed. But the real star is the irresistible sauce, a savory-sweet blend of low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and gochujang, accented by fresh ginger and sesame oil for that authentic Korean flavor. Garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, this healthier twist on the classic Korean dish is packed with bold flavors and comes together in just under an hour. Great as a snack, appetizer, or main course, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking for a guilt-free indulgence packed with smoky, spicy, and sweet notes!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Skinless chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 unit Egg white
• 2 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions
• 0 Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 3

Whisk the egg white in a separate bowl until frothy.

Step 4

Dip the chicken pieces into the egg white, ensuring they are well-coated, and then toss in the cornstarch mixture, pressing to adhere.

Step 5

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer, not overcrowding them. Spray the top of the chicken lightly with cooking spray as well.

Step 7

Cook the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

While the chicken is cooking, make the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, gochujang, minced fresh ginger, and sesame oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Step 9

Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, until slightly thickened.

Step 10

Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and toss with the warm sauce until evenly coated.

Step 11

Garnish the coated chicken with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(661.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1325.9

Total Fat 61.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.9g
Cholesterol 485.3mg	0%
Sodium 3166.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 38.1g
Protein 119.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 101.5mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 1525.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 35.3%

Carbs: 24.0%