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Miso Chicken Thighs

Delicious Miso Chicken Thighs for an Easy Weeknight Feast

Transform mundane dinner into extraordinary with these Miso Chicken Thighs, featuring umami-packed flavor and crispy skin.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on preferred for juiciness.
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup White Miso Paste Star ingredient for umami flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup Maple syrup works as a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted.
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil Infuses a nutty aroma.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated for warmth and zest.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil For searing chicken.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Thinly sliced for topping.
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds Sprinkled on top for crunch.

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: Whisk together white miso paste, soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a medium bowl until smooth.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Coat the chicken thighs with the marinade, cover the bowl, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to up to 4 hours.
  3. Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F and heat your oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade, drain excess, and sear skin-side down in the skillet for 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Flip chicken and transfer skillet to oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Rest and Garnish: Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container.

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