Miso Glazed Chicken
Equipment
- Air Fryer see note 1
Ingredients
Chicken
- 8 oz chicken thighs or breast
- 2 tablespoons miso paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
- 4 tablespoons honey
Optional Garnishes
- Sesame seeds
- Scallions
- Steamed greens
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix miso paste, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, rice wine vinegar, and honey until smooth.
- Brush the chicken generously with the miso glaze.
- Air fry or bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes, flipping halfway and brushing with more glaze.
- Slice the chicken and serve over a fresh bowl of steamed rice.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, scallions, and steamed greens, if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
There’s something magical about miso when it’s married with honey and soy sauce—it creates an addictive flavor and glaze that caramelizes beautifully when cooked. This Miso Glazed Chicken delivers the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors with just a handful of ingredients. The result? An easy meal prep idea that gives the flavors of a restaurant quality dish!
What is Miso?
Miso is a fermented soybean paste that’s a staple in Japanese cooking. Its known for its deep umami flavor and ability to enhance everything from soups to marinades. Made from soybeans, salt, and koji (a fermentation starter), miso develops a complex, slightly sweet, salty, and savory taste as it ages.
Miso is a wonder ingredient. Not only does it taste good, it is also good for you! It contains plant-based protein, essential minerals, vitamin B and beneficial probiotics that support gut health. No wonder why it has been a staple in Japanese cooking for so long.
What Makes the Miso Glaze So Special?
Miso is the ultimate umami booster, adding a deep, slightly salty richness to any dish. When combined with honey and soy sauce, it creates a glaze that thickens and caramelizes beautifully as it cooks. The result? A sticky, golden coating that locks in all the juices, keeping the chicken tender and flavorful.
Air Fryer or Oven
This recipe works well in an air fryer or regular oven. The recipe has instructions to use either method. Personally, I tend to use my air fryer because it’s fast and easy and a snap to clean, especially if I use air fryer liners. Air fryers cook hot and fast, so the miso glaze caramelizes beautifully. If you don’t have an air fryer, the regular oven works just fine and the Miso Glazed Chicken will still be delicious!
Why This is Perfect for Meal Prep
This Miso Glazed Chicken is the kind of dish that looks fancy but is ridiculously easy to make. With just six ingredients, you get a restaurant-quality meal that pairs effortlessly with rice or noodles and is incredibly healthy! The balance of sweet, salty, and umami flavors makes this recipe one you’ll come back to again and again.
