Description
This flavorful chicken recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, featuring boneless skinless chicken thighs marinated in a savory miso glaze made with white miso paste, rice vinegar, mirin, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. The chicken is air fried to juicy perfection and finished with a broil to develop a delicious crust, then garnished with fresh green onions and cilantro for a burst of freshness.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
Marinade
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp minced green onions
Garnish
- Additional minced green onions
- Fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, combine the miso paste, rice vinegar, mirin, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and minced green onions. Whisk together until smooth and well incorporated.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the boneless skinless chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade. Toss the chicken thoroughly to coat each piece evenly. Allow it to marinate for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Arrange the chicken: Place the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer on an air fryer basket or a baking tray. Pour all of the remaining miso glaze over the chicken to ensure maximum flavor.
- Air fry the chicken: Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and cook the chicken for 20 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through the cooking time to ensure even cooking.
- Broil for crust: After air frying, place the chicken under the broiler for 2 minutes to develop a nice crust and enhance the color and texture of the skin.
- Check doneness: Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken’s internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C) to ensure it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Baste and garnish: Baste the chicken with any leftover pan juices for extra moisture and flavor. Garnish with additional minced green onions and fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the chicken pieces are similar in size for even cooking.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 375°F for about 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, and then broil for 2 minutes at the end.
- The marinade can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Use a digital meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked safely.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey to taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired