Description
These miso-marinated chicken thighs are juicy and full of flavor, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (500g) free-range, boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1-inch piece of ginger (or use 1 teaspoon ginger paste)
- 2 tablespoons white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 scallion (spring onion), finely sliced
- Handful of cilantro (coriander) leaves
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon sweet chili jam (optional)
Instructions
- Grate garlic and ginger into a small bowl, add miso paste, rice vinegar, light soy sauce, honey, and olive oil. Mix everything into a cohesive sauce and set aside.
- Place the chicken into a large mixing bowl/container, pour the miso marinade over it, and mix thoroughly, ensuring all pieces are coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C fan). Take the marinated chicken out of the fridge to take the chill off.
- Arrange the chicken in an ovenproof dish or lined sheet pan, and cook for 15 minutes, until the chicken has changed color. Broil for 5 minutes for charred edges.
- Place marinated chicken in the air fryer basket, air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through until caramelized and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for five minutes before slicing. Serve it on a plate, topped with scallion, cilantro, chili jam, and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Grating garlic gives the best flavor possible; alternatively, use a garlic press.
- If using ginger paste, adjust the quantity to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 115mg