Description
Roasted Miso Chicken Thighs are sweet, savory, and irresistibly caramelized. Coated in a rich miso-butter glaze and roasted at high heat, these juicy chicken thighs develop deep flavor and a sticky finish that tastes restaurant-worthy but is incredibly easy to make at home. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or serving with rice and vegetables for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons softened butter
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (or 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, foil, or a silicone baking mat.
- In a small bowl, combine white miso paste, brown sugar, rice vinegar, softened butter, red pepper flakes, ginger, and black pepper. Mash with a fork until smooth and spreadable.
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Trim any excess fat if needed.
- Arrange chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet. Divide the miso mixture evenly among the thighs and spread over the top using your hands or a spoon.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the glaze is caramelized and darkened.
- If the glaze melts off during cooking, spoon it back over the chicken once or twice while baking.
- If browned bits stick to the pan, add a small splash of water, scrape them up, and brush over the chicken for extra flavor.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra spice, add additional red pepper flakes.
- Fresh grated ginger provides a brighter flavor than ground ginger.
- Chicken thighs stay juicier than breasts, but breasts can be used—reduce cooking time slightly.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Great served with rice, noodles, steamed vegetables, or Asian slaw.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg