Miso Honey Chicken

Miso Honey Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 55 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    48

Unlock umami nirvana with this deceptively simple Miso Honey Chicken. A vibrant marinade, boasting the fermented depth of miso, transforms ordinary chicken into an extraordinary culinary experience. Sweet, savory, and with a touch of heat, this dish is sure to become a weeknight staple.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    7 g
  • Cholesterol
    103 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    27 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    1119 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a medium bowl, whisk together the white miso and honey until well combined. (2 minutes)

02

Step

Pour in the rice vinegar, followed by the hot sauce and 1 tablespoon of kosher salt. Whisk vigorously until the marinade is mostly smooth and homogenous. (3 minutes)

03

Step

Using a sharp knife, cut 3 to 4 slashes into the legs and thighs of the chicken halves. This will help the marinade penetrate deeply. (5 minutes)

04

Step

Place the chicken halves in the bowl with the miso marinade and toss to coat thoroughly, ensuring every surface is covered. (2 minutes)

05

Step

Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 12 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to tenderize. (2-12 hours)

06

Step

Remove the chicken from the refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling to allow it to come closer to room temperature for more even cooking. (30 minutes)

07

Step

Preheat a grill to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) over indirect heat. This is crucial for preventing the chicken from burning before it's cooked through. (15 minutes)

08

Step

Place the chicken on the grill, skin-side up, over indirect heat. Cover the grill and cook for 20 minutes.

09

Step

Flip the chicken over and continue grilling, covered, for another 20 minutes.

10

Step

Brush the chicken with the excess marinade from the bowl. Be sure to discard any remaining marinade after this step to avoid contamination. (2 minutes)

11

Step

Cover the grill again and continue cooking until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of each thigh registers 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), approximately 5 to 10 minutes more. (5-10 minutes)

12

Step

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bird. (10 minutes)

13

Step

Serve the Miso Honey Chicken alongside lemon wedges sprinkled with a pinch of cayenne pepper. Squeeze the spicy lemon juice over the chicken as you carve it for a final burst of flavor.

For a deeper miso flavor, use red miso instead of white miso.
Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preference. Sriracha or gochujang work well.
If you don't have a grill, you can bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 45-55 minutes, or until cooked through.
Serve with steamed rice and your favorite Asian-inspired vegetables for a complete meal.

Cleta Jacobi

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 16 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Gonzalo Kohler

    This is my new go-to chicken recipe. Thank you for sharing!

  • Leo Wunsch

    The chicken was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.

  • Noemi Feil

    The lemon wedges with cayenne pepper are the perfect finishing touch.

  • Alessia Murray

    This recipe is a game changer! The miso-honey glaze is so delicious and easy to make.

  • Abagail Hackett

    I added a little grated ginger to the marinade, as suggested, and it was fantastic!

  • Armando Runolfsson

    I used sriracha instead of the hot sauce, and it was still great!

  • Davon Hilpert

    I was skeptical about the miso, but it turned out amazing! My family loved it.

  • Tessie Hermann

    So easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

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