difficulty
Beginner
Servings
2 servings
Prep time
10 min
Cooking time
20 min
Calories
675 kcal
This Korean Corn Cheese Chicken Skillet is cheesy, creamy, and packed with sweet and spicy flavor. Juicy chicken is cooked in a savory Korean-style sauce and served with creamy corn and melted mozzarella cheese for the ultimate comfort dinner.
The sweet corn balances the spicy sauce perfectly while the gooey cheese adds richness and texture to every bite. Everything cooks together in one skillet, making it easy while still feeling indulgent and satisfying.
It’s the perfect cozy dinner when you want something comforting, flavorful, and a little different.
Ingredients
- 300 g chicken (cubed)
- 1 tbsp oil
- Salt & pepper
- 2 tbsp gochujang
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic
- 1 tsp honey
- 200 g corn
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 120 g mozzarella cheese
- Green onions
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet and cook chicken until golden.
- Add gochujang, soy sauce, garlic, and honey.
- Simmer until glossy and coated.
- Mix corn with mayonnaise.
- Add corn mixture to the skillet.
- Top with mozzarella cheese.
- Cover until cheese melts.
- Garnish with green onions and serve warm.
Nutrition per serving
- Protein: ~40 g
- Fat: ~40 g
- Carbohydrates : ~30 g
- Fiber: ~4 g
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Make Ahead & Meal Prep
You can prepare the chicken and sauce ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet and add the corn and cheese fresh before serving for the best texture.
This recipe also reheats very well, making it great for meal prep lunches or quick dinners later in the week.
Tips
- Use mozzarella for the best cheese pull
- Don’t overcook the chicken
- Let the sauce reduce slightly for deeper flavor
- Add green onions just before serving
Variations
- Classic version: Korean chicken corn cheese
- Spicy version: Add extra gochujang or chili oil
- Protein version: Add shrimp or beef
- Veggie version: Add mushrooms or peppers
FAQ
Korean corn cheese is a popular Korean side dish made with sweet corn, mayonnaise, butter, and melted cheese. It’s creamy, slightly sweet, and often served alongside spicy dishes.
Gochujang usually has a mild to medium heat level with a slightly sweet and savory flavor. You can easily adjust the amount depending on how spicy you want the dish.
Mozzarella works best because it melts smoothly and gives the classic cheese pull texture. You can also mix in cheddar for extra flavor.
Yes, both canned and frozen corn work very well. Just drain canned corn properly or thaw frozen corn before using.
Reduce the gochujang and add a little extra cheese or mayonnaise to balance the heat.
Yes, air-fried chicken works perfectly and keeps the dish a bit lighter while still staying flavorful.
It pairs really well with rice, noodles, roasted vegetables, or even toasted bread to scoop up the cheesy corn.
Let the sauce simmer and coat the chicken properly so it becomes glossy and caramelized.
Recipe by vino
The creamy corn with the spicy chicken and melted cheese makes this dish incredibly satisfying. The sweet and savory flavors work perfectly together while the cheese makes everything extra comforting.
I also love how quickly it comes together in one skillet while still feeling unique and restaurant-style.
