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Healthy Gochujang Chicken Vermicelli Bowls

These Gochujang Chicken Vermicelli Bowls are the perfect Meal Prep and weekday lunch that is not only easy to make but is packed with flavour and protein! With tender, marinated chicken thighs, a spicy Gochujang sauce, and refreshing veggies, this dish is not only delicious but also high in protein and low in calories
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Calories: 425
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:
  • 4 large chicken thighs or 6 smaller – 600g raw
  • ½ tbsp sweetener I use Natvia
  • 1 tsp chicken stock paste/powder optional
  • 1 tsp chili paste optional
  • 2-3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 tsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Gochujang paste 20g
For the Gochujang Sauce:
  • 1 tbsp sweetener I use Natvia
  • 2.5 tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 3 tbsp Gochujang paste 60g
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
For the Vermicelli Bowl:
  • 160 g dried vermicelli/bean thread noodles 40g per bowl, dried
  • 1-2 carrots julienned or thinly shredded
  • 1-2 cucumbers julienned
  • Iceberg lettuce chopped
  • 2 tsp sesame seeds ½ tsp per bowl
  • Green onion sliced (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges to serve

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine chicken thighs with sweetener, chicken stock paste, chili paste, minced garlic, soy sauce, and Gochujang paste. Mix well and marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight for best flavor).
Cooking Options:
  1. Air Fryer: Cook at 190°C (375°F) for 20-22 minutes, flipping halfway.
  2. Pan Fry: Heat a pan over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until fully cooked.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together sweetener, rice wine vinegar, Gochujang paste, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Set aside.
Assemble the Vermicelli Bowls:
  1. Soak vermicelli noodles in hot water for 5 minutes (or per package instructions). Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  2. Divide the noodles evenly into 4 bowls. Add julienned carrots, cucumber, and lettuce.
  3. Slice the cooked chicken and place on top of the noodles. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onion.
  4. Serve with 2-3 tbsp of Gochujang sauce on the side, so the veggies stay crisp.
Serving Tip: Enjoy cold or warm in the microwave for 30 seconds to loosen the noodles!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 425kcal

    Notes

    Nutrition Per Bowl/Serving (4 Servings):
    • Calories: 425
    • Carbs: 47g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Fat: 11g
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