25, Aug 2022
Homemade Zico-style Chicken: Sweet & Spicy Boneless Thighs





Homemade Zico-style Chicken: Sweet & Spicy Boneless Thighs

Easy Zico Chicken Recipe Using Boneless Chicken Thighs with Perfect Sauce Ratio

Homemade Zico-style Chicken: Sweet & Spicy Boneless Thighs

This recipe is my attempt at recreating the famous Zico Chicken at home, affectionately nicknamed ‘Jip-coba’ (Home-coba)! It features a special sauce ratio that makes it incredibly easy for anyone to follow. The tender boneless chicken thighs are infused with a sweet and spicy glaze, making them a perfect side dish or appetizer.

Recipe Info

  • Category : Main dish
  • Ingredient Category : Chicken
  • Occasion : Everyday
  • Cooking : Stir-fry
  • Servings : 3 servings
  • Difficulty : Beginner

Main Ingredients

  • Boneless Chicken Thighs, 2 packs (approx. 500-600g)
  • Rice Cakes (Mil-tteok), 1/3 bag (approx. 100g)
  • Korean Green Chili Pepper (Cheongyang), 1

Zico Sauce

  • Soy Sauce, 4 Tbsp (60ml)
  • Red Pepper Powder (Gochugaru), 3 Tbsp (30g)
  • Sugar, 2 Tbsp (20g)
  • Red Pepper Paste (Gochujang), 1 Tbsp (20g)
  • Ketchup, 1 Tbsp (15ml)
  • Oyster Sauce, 1 Tbsp (15ml)
  • Minced Garlic, 1 Tbsp (15g)
  • Corn Syrup (or Oligosaccharide), 5 Tbsp (75ml)

Cooking Instructions

Step 1

First, rinse the boneless chicken thighs under running water. Heat 1-2 Tbsp of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until golden brown and crispy. This step helps render the fat and creates a delicious texture.

Step 1

Step 2

Let’s make the irresistible Zico sauce! In a bowl, combine 4 Tbsp soy sauce, 3 Tbsp gochugaru, 2 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp gochujang, 1 Tbsp ketchup, 1 Tbsp oyster sauce, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, and 5 Tbsp corn syrup (for shine and sweetness). Whisk everything together until well combined and smooth.

Step 2

Step 3

Once the skin side of the chicken is nicely browned, flip it over and cook the other side. When the chicken is about halfway cooked, cut it into bite-sized pieces (around 3-4 cm). This ensures even cooking and makes it easier to eat.

Step 3

Step 4

Now, carefully drain off any excess rendered chicken fat from the pan. Pour all of the prepared Zico sauce over the chicken. Increase the heat to high and stir-fry quickly to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce. Be careful not to burn the sauce.

Step 4

Step 5

As the sauce begins to thicken and coat the chicken, add the rice cakes (tteok) and the chopped Korean green chili pepper. Continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until the rice cakes are softened and the sauce has reduced to a glossy glaze.

Step 5

Step 6

Finally, transfer the delicious homemade Zico chicken to a serving plate. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for an extra nutty flavor and visual appeal. Enjoy your ‘Jip-coba’ immediately while it’s hot!

Step 6



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