Best 5 Grilled Miso Soy Chicken Recipes

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When it comes to grilled chicken, there are countless ways to make it, but if you are looking for a flavorful and savory dish, grilled miso soy chicken is the way to go. With a combination of sweet, salty, and umami flavors, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds. The secret lies in the marinade, which is made with a blend of miso paste, soy sauce, honey, and garlic. These ingredients work together to create a marinade that not only infuses the chicken with flavor, but also helps to tenderize it. Once the chicken is marinated, it is grilled until perfectly cooked, resulting in a juicy and flavorful dish that can be served with a variety of sides, including rice, vegetables, or noodles.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED MISO CHICKEN



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My mom makes miso every year and this is one of the first things that we make with her miso. The recipe (with a variety of differences) is readily available, but I tend to go with the most simple versions of things, so this is what we use. The grilling/broiling instructions are a bit vague, but grills are different enough that the operator should use whatever method they think is most reasonable, just keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn't burn. Burnt miso is not a good thing. Prep time includes marinating time.

Provided by Akikobay

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sake
2 tablespoons mirin
2 tablespoons miso, preferably white miso
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
1 clove garlic, crushed
8 boneless chicken thighs (take the skin off if you prefer)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, lightly roasted

Steps:

  • Mix together the soy sauce, sake, mirin, miso, onions, ginger and garlic in a shallow dish.
  • Place chicken pieces into marinade, turn to coat well and marinate for 1 hour, turning several times.
  • Preheat grill so that it is very hot.
  • This can also be broiled in the oven, turning only once halfway through the cooking time.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry on kitchen paper.
  • Grill the chicken until cooked through and juices run clear.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds, serve with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.2, Fat 29.6, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 157.9, Sodium 1000.9, Carbohydrate 4.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1, Protein 34.8

GRILLED CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS WITH SESAME MISO SAUCE



Grilled Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Sesame Miso Sauce image

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 to 10 lettuce wraps

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 head Boston lettuce, leaves washed and dried
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon mirin
1 clove garlic, grated
4 to 6 boneless skin-on chicken thighs (about 1 pound)
1 large seedless cucumber, sliced very thin (1/16-inch)
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons miso
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, ground
1 tablespoon yuzu or lemon juice
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Combine the water, soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin and garlic to a 1 gallon freezer bag and shake to mix well. Add the chicken, then seal the bag, pressing out as much air as you can. Let the chicken marinate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
  • While the chicken marinates, put the cucumbers in a bowl and sprinkle with the salt. Toss to coat evenly and let it stand for 30 minutes. When the cucumbers have started turning translucent, grab use your hands to squeeze out as much water as possible. The more water you squeeze out, the crunchier the pickles will be.
  • To make the sauce, add the miso, ground sesame seeds, yuzu juice, and water to a bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Get a charcoal grill going and grill the chicken, skin side down, until the skin is golden brown and crisp. If the chicken starts burning, move it over to the cooler side of the grill. Flip the chicken over and continue grilling until the chicken is cooked through (165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer). Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and chop it into chunks.
  • To make the lettuce wraps, have each person grab a leaf of lettuce and add a spoonful of grilled chicken. Top with some pickled cucumbers and drizzle with a little sesame miso sauce. Wrap and enjoy!

EASY JAPANESE-INSPIRED GRILLED MISO CHICKEN



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A Japanese-inspired dish that's easy to make! Simply marinate ahead of time, and grill anytime you like.

Provided by mika707

Time 8h15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons miso paste
3 tablespoons mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
3 tablespoons rice wine
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Mix miso, mirin, rice wine, soy sauce, and honey together in a bowl until miso is completely dissolved. Stir in garlic and ginger.
  • Pour marinade into a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Turn the bag or mix chicken to ensure even distribution of marinade. Refrigerate and allow to marinade 8 hours or overnight, mixing or turning the bag occasionally.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Remove from the grill and chop into wide strips, approximately 4 to 5 slices per piece. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 93.4 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 1636.3 mg, Sugar 23.3 g

GRILLED MISO CHICKEN



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Japanese country-style grilled chicken. The thigh meat stays moist and tender, but boned chicken breasts can be used also.

Provided by Alskann

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons light soy sauce (usukuchi shoyu)
2 tablespoons sake
2 tablespoons mirin
2 tablespoons light miso
2 green onions, crushed and slivered
1 teaspoon minced gingerroot
1 garlic clove, minced
8 boneless chicken thighs, skin intact
1 tablespoon five-spice powder
toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Blend soy sauce, sake mirin, miso, green onions, ginger root and garlic in a rectangular baking dish.
  • Coat chicken with mixture.
  • Marinate 1 hour or refrigerate overnight, turning several times.
  • Preheat a hibichi, portable tabletop grill or charcoal grill. (Can also be cooked in a skillet.).
  • Shake marinade off chicken; pat dry.
  • Place skin-down on hot grill. Grill 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Turn chicken; grill second side 4 to 5 minutes or until golden brown and done inside.
  • When chicken is done, sprinkle with sesame seeds and seven-spice mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.4, Fat 28.7, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 157.9, Sodium 693.2, Carbohydrate 2.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.5, Protein 33.7

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CURRY-SOY SAUCE



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This recipe is great for curry lovers or people who want to give a little bit of curry a try. You can easily just grill the chicken and not bother with cooking the marinade into a sauce. Delicious both ways! I served this with saffron rice. The sauce is delicious over the rice as well!

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Curries     Chicken

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

⅓ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons curry powder
6 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 ¼ cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon water

Steps:

  • Stir soy sauce, garlic, ginger, lime juice, and curry powder together in a glass container. Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 3 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove the chicken from the marinade and pour marinade into a small saucepan; set aside.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 4 to 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the grill and let rest for 10 minutes.
  • While chicken is cooking, stir cornstarch and water together in a small bowl until well combined. Add to the reserved marinade, then mix in chicken broth. Bring sauce to a boil and cook until sauce has thickened a bit, 10 to 14 minutes. Serve curry-soy sauce over the chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Cholesterol 81.4 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 566.8 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts for best results. Thighs are more flavorful, while breasts are leaner.
  • Make sure the chicken is well-marinated: The marinade helps to flavor the chicken and keep it moist. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat: This will help to sear the chicken and prevent it from sticking. If your grill does not have a temperature gauge, you can check the heat by holding your hand over the grate. If you can hold your hand there for about 5 seconds, the grill is ready.
  • Cook the chicken over direct heat: This will help to create a nice char on the outside of the chicken. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through.
  • Make the miso-soy glaze while the chicken is cooking: This will allow the flavors to meld together. Combine all of the glaze ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened.
  • Brush the glaze on the chicken during the last few minutes of cooking: This will help to caramelize the glaze and add a delicious flavor to the chicken. Cook the chicken for serveral more minutes, or until the glaze is set.

Conclusion:

Grilled miso-soy chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. Miso-soy chicken combines the best of both worlds, with the sweet and savory flavors of the glaze and the smoky flavor of the grill. It's a great source of protein and can be used in a variety of dishes, from tacos to salads to stir-fries. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned griller, grilled miso-soy chicken is a dish that you're sure to enjoy.

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