Description
This Garlic Miso Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful blend of white miso paste, mirin, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and green onions. Air-fried to perfection and finished under the broiler for a crispy, caramelized crust, this dish brings a delicious umami-rich Japanese-inspired flavor to your dinner table with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
Marinade
- 2 tbsp minced green onions (white part only, from 2 green stalks)
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
Garnish
- Minced green onions (green parts)
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the mirin, white miso paste, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and the white part of the green onions. Mix thoroughly until fully blended.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the boneless skinless chicken thighs to the bowl with the miso marinade. Massage the marinade well into the chicken pieces to ensure they are evenly coated and fully flavored.
- Prepare Air Fryer: Line the air fryer tray or basket with parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Arrange Chicken in Air Fryer: Place the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer on the lined air fryer tray. Pour all remaining miso glaze over the chicken to keep it juicy and flavorful during cooking.
- Air Fry the Chicken: Air fry the chicken at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- Broil for Finish: After air frying, broil the chicken for 2 minutes to achieve a nicely caramelized crust and enhance color.
- Check Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to verify the internal temperature of the chicken has reached 165°F (74°C), indicating it is safely cooked.
- Serve: Baste the chicken with any leftover pan juices for extra flavor, garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro, then serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Garlic Miso Chicken.
Notes
- Using boneless skinless thighs helps keep the chicken tender and juicy.
- Make sure to flip the chicken halfway during air frying for even cooking.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, then broil to finish.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying honey usage according to taste preferences.
- To avoid sticking, ensure the parchment paper or foil is properly secured inside the air fryer basket.
- Leftover marinade can be boiled briefly and used as a sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Keywords: Garlic Miso Chicken, Air Fryer Chicken Thighs, Japanese Chicken Recipes, Miso Glazed Chicken, Easy Dinner Recipes, Air Fried Chicken
