Description
These Roasted Miso Chicken Thighs offer a flavorful, juicy, and quick dinner option with a perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet miso glaze. Tender chicken thighs are roasted to golden perfection with umami-rich ingredients, making this an effortless and versatile dish ideal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
Marinade
- 3 tablespoons white miso paste (natural)
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon honey (natural)
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (natural)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together white miso paste (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), honey (natural), freshly grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil (natural), rice vinegar (natural), and freshly cracked black pepper until smooth and combined.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs into a shallow dish or resealable bag. Pour the miso marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor infusion.
- Preheat and prepare the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a natural gelling agent-treated sheet to prevent sticking.
- Roast the chicken thighs: Arrange the marinated chicken thighs skin side up on the baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is beautifully caramelized.
- Garnish and serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes outside the oven before garnishing with sliced green onions and optionally sprinkled toasted sesame seeds for a fresh and crisp accent with extra texture.
Notes
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels before marinating to help the skin crisp up.
- Use bone-in thighs for juicier results during roasting.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes but not more than 2 hours to keep textures balanced.
- Bake at a high temperature to achieve golden, crispy skin and thoroughly cooked meat.
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet; leave space for even roasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with glaze
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: roasted chicken, miso chicken thighs, quick dinner, umami chicken, weeknight meal, savory chicken
