Description
Garlic Miso Chicken is a flavor-packed dish featuring juicy chicken thighs marinated in a savory blend of white miso, garlic, mirin, soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. The air fryer method ensures the chicken is perfectly tender with a deliciously caramelized crust, all in under 30 minutes. This quick, umami-rich recipe is ideal for busy weeknights but impressive enough for guests, and it pairs beautifully with rice or fresh greens.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons minced green onions (about 2 green stalks; use white and green parts separately as directed)
Marinade
- 2 tablespoons white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- White part of the green onions (from above)
Garnish
- Green onions (green part, thinly sliced)
- Cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the white miso paste, rice vinegar, mirin, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and the white part of the green onions. Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated into a smooth marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade. Massage the chicken thoroughly so each piece is well-coated with the miso sauce, ensuring flavors penetrate deeply.
- Prepare the Air Fryer Basket: Line the air fryer tray or basket with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Arrange and Glaze: Place the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer inside the prepared air fryer basket. Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken to maximize flavor and juiciness.
- Air Fry: Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C), and cook chicken for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking. Optionally, broil the chicken for an additional 2 minutes to achieve a golden-brown crust and deeper color.
- Check Temperature: Verify the internal temperature of each chicken thigh reaches at least 165°F (74°C) using an instant-read thermometer for food safety.
- Finish and Serve: Remove chicken from the air fryer, baste with any leftover pan juices, and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Oven Instructions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway, then broil for 2 minutes to caramelize. Make sure internal temp reaches 165°F. Cooking bone-in chicken may need more time.
- Always use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness.
- This recipe is also great with chicken breasts, but adjust cook time as needed.
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken for up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/2 recipe)
- Calories: 637
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 1670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 90g
- Cholesterol: 429mg
