Miso-Glazed Chicken with Sesame and Ginger

Name: Miso-Glazed Chicken with Sesame and Ginger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs Chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on; 3 tbsp White miso paste; 2 tbsp Rice vinegar; 1 tbsp Honey; 1 tbsp Sesame oil; 1 tbsp Ginger, grated; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 tbsp Sesame seeds; 2 tbsp Green onions, sliced

Chicken thighs coated in a rich, umami miso glaze and finished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh ginger for a balanced, savory-sweet finish.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Quick Meals

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 30 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs Chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
3 tbsp White miso paste
2 tbsp Rice vinegar
1 tbsp Honey
1 tbsp Sesame oil
1 tbsp Ginger, grated
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tbsp Sesame seeds
2 tbsp Green onions, sliced

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves until smooth.
Step 2: Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Place in a baking dish and brush with the miso glaze, coating all sides evenly.
Step 3: Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes until chicken is golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 4: While chicken bakes, toast 1 tbsp sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
Step 5: After baking, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and 2 tbsp sliced green onions over the chicken and serve immediately.