Best 20 Miso Chicken Recipes

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Miso chicken is a delectable Japanese dish that tantalizes taste buds with its captivating blend of salty, sweet, and savory flavors. This culinary creation combines the richness of miso paste, a fermented soybean paste, with the tender texture of chicken, resulting in a dish that is both satisfying and flavorful. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the delectable journey of preparing miso chicken, offering a selection of recipes that cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. From classic Japanese-inspired dishes to contemporary fusion creations, these recipes promise an unforgettable culinary experience, transforming ordinary chicken into an extraordinary delicacy.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

MISO CHICKEN



Miso Chicken image

Making a compound of unsalted butter and the salty, fungal deliciousness of Japanese miso paste is a surefire way of adding immense flavor to a simple weeknight meal. Here the mixture is spread over chicken thighs, which are then roasted to golden perfection. But you could easily use it on salmon or flounder, on corn or potatoes. The recipe calls for white miso, which is more mild than the aged version known as red miso. But you could certainly use red for a more intense result.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup white miso
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar (do not use seasoned rice vinegar)
Black pepper, to taste
8 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs, approximately 2 1/2 to 3 pounds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Combine butter, miso, honey, rice vinegar and black pepper in a large bowl and mix with a spatula or spoon until it is well combined.
  • Add chicken to the bowl and massage the miso-butter mixture all over it. Place the chicken in a single layer in a roasting pan and slide it into the oven. Roast for 30 to 40 minutes, turning the chicken pieces over once or twice, until the skin is golden brown and crisp, and the internal temperature of the meat is 160 to 165 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 864, UnsaturatedFat 36 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 63 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 54 grams, SaturatedFat 21 grams, Sodium 1525 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 1 gram

MISO HONEY CHICKEN



Miso Honey Chicken image

It's not hard to make a great marinade with just a few ingredients, as long as one of those ingredients is the magical miso. This super savory paste, made from fermented rice, barley, and soybeans, isn't that hard to find. While the marinade is simple, the flavors are anything but.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 2h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons white miso
2 tablespoons honey
¼ cup rice vinegar
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 whole chicken, halved, wing tips separated
kosher salt to taste
½ lemon, cut into wedges, or to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine miso and honey in a bowl. Pour in rice vinegar, followed by hot sauce and salt. Whisk well until mostly smooth. Add chicken halves; cut 3 to 4 slashes into the legs and thighs. Toss chicken in the marinade until well coated. Refrigerate for 2 to 12 hours.
  • Flip chicken over in the bowl. Sprinkle more kosher salt on top.
  • Preheat grill to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) over indirect heat. Add chicken and cover. Grill for 20 minutes and flip chicken over. Cover and grill for another 20 minutes. Brush the excess marinade on top. Cover again and continue cooking until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of each thigh reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 5 to 10 minutes more.
  • Plate chicken alongside lemon wedges sprinkled with cayenne pepper. Squeeze some spicy lemon over the chicken as you cut it up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 102.5 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1119.2 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

EASY CHICKEN MISO RAMEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Easy Chicken Miso Ramen Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butter, corn, eggs, fresh spinach, chicken stock, garlic, thumb of ginger, scallions, chicken breasts, miso paste, ramen noodle, scallion, nori

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon butter
1 cup corn
2 eggs, soft-boiled
2 cups fresh spinach
4 cups chicken stock
2 cloves garlic, smashed
thumb of ginger, 3 in (8 cm) piece, sliced
3 pieces scallions, chopped
2 chicken breasts, shredded
2 tablespoons miso paste
2 servings ramen noodle, cooked
scallion, chopped for garnish
nori, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a saucepan, fry corn until warm. Set aside.
  • Soft-boil 2 eggs and set aside. Blanch the spinach and set aside.
  • Bring chicken stock, garlic, ginger and scallions to a boil. Boil for 30 minutes.
  • Add the chicken, simmer for 20 minutes. Remove, and set aside.
  • Dissolve the miso paste in the chicken broth.
  • Shred the chicken.
  • Put everything together. Divide noodles between two bowls. Pour over chicken broth. Add the spinach, corn, shredded chicken, chopped scallions, soft-boiled egg and nori.
  • Enjoy!

MISO BUTTER ROASTED CHICKEN



Miso Butter Roasted Chicken image

I love this recipe for its simple front-end prep. Spatchcock the chicken yourself or ask your butcher to spatchcock it for you. Then the only work left to do is to chop the veggies. Once it's in the oven, there's ample time to set the table and talk. -Stefanie Schaldenbrand, Los Angeles, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound medium fresh mushrooms
1 pound baby red potatoes
1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, halved
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 roasting chicken (5 to 6 pounds)
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup white miso paste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Mix mushrooms, potatoes, Brussels sprouts and garlic; drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with thyme, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Place in a shallow roasting pan. , Place chicken on a work surface, breast side down and tail end facing you. Using kitchen shears, cut along each side of backbone; discard backbone. Turn chicken over so breast side is up; flatten by pressing down firmly on breastbone until it cracks. Place chicken on a rack over vegetables. Twist and tuck wings under to secure in place. Combine butter and miso paste; spread over skin (mixture will be thick). , Roast until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°, 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours, covering loosely with foil after 45 minutes of cooking. (Miso mixture on chicken will appear very dark while roasting.), Remove chicken from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 15 minutes before carving. If desired, skim fat and thicken pan drippings for gravy. Serve with chicken. If desired, top with additional fresh thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653 calories, Fat 37g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 170mg cholesterol, Sodium 912mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 54g protein.

GINGER-GRILLED CHICKEN AND RADISHES WITH MISO-SCALLION DRESSING



Ginger-Grilled Chicken and Radishes with Miso-Scallion Dressing image

Yes, you should be marinating your chicken with soda! Here, a can of ginger beer is the secret ingredient for sweet-tart grilled chicken.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Chicken     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Ginger     Garlic     Vinegar     Green Onion/Scallion     Radish     Lettuce     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Memorial Day     Backyard BBQ     Entertaining     Spring     Grill

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 lb. skinless, boneless chicken thighs
3 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, divided, plus more
1 (12-oz.) can ginger beer
6 garlic cloves, finely grated
3/4 cup plus 6 Tbsp. unseasoned rice vinegar, divided
3 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. finely grated ginger (from about one 4" piece)
1 Tbsp. white miso
3/4 cup plus 1 Tbsp. vegetable or sunflower oil, plus more for grill
6 scallions, finely chopped
2 bunches radishes, preferably with greens, halved lengthwise
Freshly ground black pepper
3 heads Little Gem lettuce or romaine hearts, leaves separated

Steps:

  • Season chicken on all sides with 2 1/2 tsp. salt and place in a large bowl. Add ginger beer, garlic, 3/4 cup vinegar, and 3 Tbsp. ginger to bowl and toss to combine. Cover and chill at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours.
  • Meanwhile, whisk miso, 3/4 cup oil, 1 tsp. salt, and remaining 6 Tbsp. vinegar and 1 tsp. ginger in a small bowl. Mix in scallions. Let dressing sit at room temperature up to 1 hour, or chill up to 24 hours.
  • Prepare a grill for high heat; brush grate lightly with oil. Grill chicken, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 165°F, 12-15 minutes. Transfer to a platter and tent with foil to keep warm.
  • Toss radishes with remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in a medium bowl; season lightly with salt and pepper. Grill, turning occasionally, until charred in spots, 8-10 minutes. Transfer to platter with chicken.
  • Toss lettuce with about one-third of dressing in a large bowl. Drizzle another third of the dressing over grilled radishes. Serve remaining dressing alongside.

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH MISO-GARLIC SAUCE



Chicken Breasts With Miso-Garlic Sauce image

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are known for becoming dry, but brining them before cooking helps retain moisture. The chicken is soaked in cold, salted water to which a small amount of whey or yogurt is added. (The lactic acid and phosphates in the dairy help with moisture retention.) However, the star of this recipe isn't the chicken: It's the sauce, made from miso, plenty of garlic and a good amount of lemon and leftover pan juices. Just take care when salting it: Miso is salty by nature, and lemon juice tends to heighten its brininess. Round out the meal by pairing it with white rice, or a vibrant salad.

Provided by Nik Sharma

Categories     dinner, weekday, poultry, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon fine sea salt, plus more as needed
2 tablespoons plain whole-milk yogurt or whey
4 cups cold water
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick), melted, or olive oil
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons chipotle powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick), cubed
4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon red miso
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced scallions or chives

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 500 degrees. Line a 9-by-13-inch high-heat baking dish with aluminum foil. In a large bowl, stir 1 tablespoon salt and the yogurt into 4 cups cold water. (The brine helps the chicken retain its moisture, for juicier breasts.) Add the chicken and let sit for 15 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mix together butter, onion powder, garlic and chipotle powders, and black pepper until they form a paste.
  • After 15 minutes, drain the breasts, discarding liquid. Pat dry, transfer to the baking dish, and spread the paste all over the chicken.
  • Roast until the top is golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees, about 30 minutes. If chicken is darkening too quickly, tent loosely with foil. Let the chicken cool, covered, for 5 minutes. Reserve the pan juices.
  • About 10 minutes before the chicken is done, prepare the miso-garlic sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Remove from the heat and stir in garlic, lemon zest, black pepper and miso. Return to the heat and add the lemon juice and 2 tablespoons water, then mix until a velvety sauce forms. Remove from heat and stir in the reserved pan juices from the chicken. Taste and season with salt as needed.
  • To serve, either slice the chicken breasts across the grain or keep them whole. Pour the sauce over the chicken and garnish with the minced scallions or chives. Serve immediately.

MISO CHICKEN



Miso Chicken image

Provided by Shawn Edelman

Categories     Chicken     Marinate     Low Carb     Low Cal     Dinner     Healthy     Self     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Chicken
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4 oz each)
1 teaspoon canola oil
Marinade
2 tablespoons miso paste (preferably Kochujang)
1 1/2 teaspoons light sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped garlic
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a shallow dish. Combine marinade ingredients with 1 tablespoon water; pour over meat. Chill, covered, 1 to 2 hours. Remove chicken from marinade; drain excess. Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until no longer pink in the center, about 4 minutes per side. Serve with Roasted Corn and Edamame Salad .

SHRIMP AND CHICKEN MISO RAMEN



Shrimp and Chicken Miso Ramen image

Absolutely delicious, light, healthy Japanese-style noodles in a miso broth, with seared shrimp and chicken. Quick, easy and so good, you will love. I guarantee. Some of the ingredients might be difficult to find if you live outside a city, but it's absolutely worth going to an Asian/Japanese supermarket to find them! Also, they tend to keep well - so spend $10 on them now and you can make this lots of times.

Provided by Wes

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood

Time 35m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon wakame (dried seaweed), or to taste
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, or as needed
1 large chicken breast, cut into strips
3 ½ ounces shrimp
1 pint cold water
1 teaspoon dashi powder, or to taste
1 ½ cups rice vermicelli, or to taste
2 tablespoons white miso paste, or more to taste
1 cup hot water, as needed
3 (3 ounce) fillets imitation seafood sticks, sliced into strips
1 fresh red chile pepper, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 spring onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Soak wakame in a bowl of cold water; set aside.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken and shrimp until chicken is no longer pink in the center and shrimp is bright pink, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Bring 1 pint cold water to a boil and stir in dashi powder; reduce heat to medium and add vermicelli. Mix miso paste and about 2 tablespoons hot dashi broth together in a bowl; pour back into broth and stir until miso is incorporated. Keep liquid at a simmer until noodles are tender, about 2 minutes. Add 1 cup hot water to broth if taste is too strong.
  • Drain wakame. Add wakame, chicken-shrimp mixture, seafood sticks, red chile pepper, soy sauce, and sesame seeds to broth and mix well. Transfer mixture to serving bowls and top with spring onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.1 calories, Carbohydrate 57.7 g, Cholesterol 109.5 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 37.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 1868.8 mg, Sugar 9 g

CHICKEN AND CABBAGE SALAD WITH MISO-SESAME VINAIGRETTE



Chicken and Cabbage Salad With Miso-Sesame Vinaigrette image

This simple salad calls for a specific set of ingredients, but it can also be considered a loose guideline. Thinly sliced leftover steak, shredded salmon or sliced dense tofu could easily take the place of the chicken - and that chicken can be left over from the night before, whether it's been poached, grilled, pan-seared or cooked on a rotisserie. Any crisp, crunchy lettuce will do. You could opt for shredded carrots and diced jicama instead of cucumber and radish, or add a handful of split cherry tomatoes and raw snap peas cut on a bias. As long as the basic balance of protein, dressing, greens, vegetables and herbs is maintained, the rest is up to you and your vegetable drawer.

Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt

Categories     dinner, lunch, weeknight, poultry, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course

Time 10m

Yield 2 to 4 servings (about 2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces cooked, shredded chicken (about 2 cups)
1/2 cup Miso-Sesame Vinaigrette, plus more as needed
2 small romaine hearts or 1 small head green or red cabbage, thinly shredded (about 6 cups)
1 small cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeds removed, then sliced on a sharp bias into 1/4-inch slivers
8 small radishes, thinly sliced
1 (2-inch) knob fresh ginger, peeled, cut into thin planks, then slivered into fine matchsticks
Handful fresh mint leaves, very roughly chopped
Handful fresh cilantro leaves, very roughly chopped
1 small red onion or a few scallions, thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the chicken with 6 tablespoons miso-sesame vinaigrette. Add remaining ingredients to the bowl, reserving some of the herbs, ginger and onion for garnish. Add another 2 tablespoons vinaigrette and toss to combine. Taste, and adjust seasoning with more dressing, salt or pepper, as desired.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with reserved herbs, ginger and onion, drizzle with a little more dressing, and serve immediately.

MISO-GLAZED SESAME CHICKEN WINGS RECIPE BY TASTY



Miso-Glazed Sesame Chicken Wings Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: miso, Nakano® Sesame Rice Vinegar, soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic, chicken wings, kosher salt, sesame seed, fresh cilantro

Provided by Nakano

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup miso
2 ½ tablespoons Nakano® Sesame Rice Vinegar
4 teaspoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
1 ½ tablespoons ginger, grated
2 cloves garlic, grated
3 lb chicken wings, party style (flats and drumettes separated)
kosher salt
sesame seed
fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425ºF.
  • In a small bowl, combine miso, Nakano® Sesame Rice Vinegar, soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic. Stir until miso is broken down and sauce is relatively smooth (a few small clumps are fine).
  • Place wings in a bowl and season with kosher salt. Pour approximately two-thirds of the miso sauce over the wings (reserve the rest of the sauce). Toss to combine.
  • Spread out coated wings on a parchment-lined sheet tray.
  • Bake wings for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and spoon a bit of the reserved sauce over each wing. Sprinkle each wing with sesame seeds.
  • Place tray back in oven and cook for 5 more minutes, or until wings are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Garnish wings with minced cilantro before serving.
  • *Note: if Nakano® Sesame Rice Vinegar cannot be found, substitute Nakano® Seasoned Rice Vinegar with a dash of sesame oil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 766 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 53 grams, Sugar 20 grams

GRILLED CHICKEN TERIYAKI SKEWERS WITH MISO RANCH



Grilled Chicken Teriyaki Skewers with Miso Ranch image

If 'teri' means 'shine,' and 'yaki' refers to grilling, then these chicken skewers are the poster children for teriyaki. Marinated in soy sauce, sake, and mirin, the chicken is grilled to sweet, smoky perfection and dipped in a refreshing, herby miso 'ranch' sauce that'll send your summer cookout guests into a frenzy. The only bottles not invited to this party are bottled teriyaki sauces! Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Japanese

Time 2h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 20

12 bamboo skewers
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs
½ cup soy sauce
½ cup sake
⅓ cup mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
2 teaspoons finely grated ginger
2 tablespoons minced green onions
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¾ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
⅓ cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon white miso paste, or to taste
1 tablespoon minced green onion
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Soak bamboo skewers in water.
  • Cut chicken thighs in half lengthwise along the creases and halve the thicker portions to get 3 or 4 pieces each. Place chicken in a bowl. Pour in soy sauce, sake, mirin, ginger, green onions, brown sugar, and oil. Toss by hand until well combined and brown sugar is dissolved. Cover top in plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 6 hours.
  • Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, and miso in a bowl. Add green onion, garlic, tarragon, dill, and chives. Season with black pepper and cayenne. Whisk dressing until thoroughly combined.
  • Thread chicken pieces onto skewers. Strain marinade into a saucepan and bring to a boil to make the glaze.
  • Preheat a grill for medium-high heat. Grill skewers, basting with some of the reserved marinade, until meat firms up and springs back to the touch, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Serve skewers next to the miso ranch dressing and brush with reserved glaze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 54.2 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 788 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

MISO-BUTTER ROAST CHICKEN WITH ACORN SQUASH PANZANELLA



Miso-Butter Roast Chicken With Acorn Squash Panzanella image

This Thanksgiving chicken comes with a crispy, craggy bread and squash salad which has all the buttery, herby flavor of classic stuffing.

Provided by Kendra Vaculin

Categories     Thanksgiving     The Way We're Cooking Now     Dinner     Chicken     Squash     Sage     Rosemary     Butter     Pepper     Apple     Onion     Vinegar     White Wine     Roast     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     miso

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

Chicken and panzanella:
1 (3½-4-lb.) whole chicken
2¾ tsp. kosher salt, divided, plus more
2 small acorn squash (about 3 lb. total)
2 Tbsp. finely chopped sage
1 Tbsp. finely chopped rosemary
6 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted, plus 3 Tbsp. room temperature
¼ tsp. ground allspice
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Freshly ground black pepper
⅓ loaf good-quality sturdy white bread, torn into 1" pieces (about 2½ cups)
2 medium apples (such as Gala or Pink Lady; about 14 oz. total), cored, cut into 1" pieces
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
½ small red onion, thinly sliced
3 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1 Tbsp. white miso
Gravy and assembly:
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, room temperature
¼ cup dry white wine
2 cups unsalted chicken broth
2 tsp. white miso
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Chicken and panzanella:
  • Pat chicken dry with paper towels, season all over with 2 tsp. salt, and tie legs together with kitchen twine. Let sit at room temperature 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, halve squash and scoop out seeds. Run a vegetable peeler along ridges of squash halves to remove skin. Cut each half into ½"-thick wedges; arrange on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Combine sage, rosemary, and 6 Tbsp. melted butter in a large bowl; pour half of mixture over squash on baking sheet. Sprinkle squash with allspice, red pepper flakes, and ½ tsp. salt and season with black pepper; toss to coat.
  • Add bread, apples, oil, and ¼ tsp. salt to remaining herb butter in bowl; season with black pepper and toss to combine. Set aside.
  • Place onion and vinegar in a small bowl; season with salt and toss to coat. Let sit, tossing occasionally, until ready to serve.
  • Place a rack in middle and lower third of oven; preheat to 425°F. Mix miso and 3 Tbsp. room-temperature butter in a small bowl until smooth. Pat chicken dry with paper towels, then rub or brush all over with miso butter. Place chicken in a large cast-iron skillet and roast on middle rack until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of breast registers 155°F, 50-60 minutes. (Temperature will climb to 165°F while chicken rests.) Let chicken rest in skillet at least 5 minutes, then transfer to a plate; reserve skillet.
  • Meanwhile, roast squash on lower rack until mostly tender, about 25 minutes. Remove from oven and scatter reserved bread mixture over, spreading into as even a layer as you can manage. Return to oven and roast until bread is golden brown and crisp and apples are tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven, drain pickled onions, and toss to combine. Transfer to a serving dish.
  • Gravy and assembly:
  • Using your fingers, mash flour and butter in a small bowl to combine.
  • Set reserved skillet with chicken drippings over medium heat. You should have about ¼ cup, but a little over or under is all good. (If you have significantly more, drain off and set excess aside.) Add wine and cook, stirring often and scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon, until bits are loosened and wine is reduced by about half (you should be able to smell the wine), about 2 minutes. Add butter mixture; cook, stirring often, until a smooth paste forms, about 2 minutes. Add broth and any reserved drippings and cook, stirring constantly, until combined and thickened, 6-8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in miso. Taste and season with salt and black pepper.
  • Serve chicken with gravy and squash panzanella alongside.

CHICKEN MEATBALLS WITH GINGER AND MISO



Chicken Meatballs with Ginger and Miso image

These Japanese-inspired meatballs can be baked, poached, or grilled.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Meatball     Chicken     Ginger     Poach     Grill     Bake     Dinner     Kid-Friendly     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 20 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 pound ground chicken
1 large egg
1/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), or fresh breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons sliced scallions
2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons white miso paste
1 teaspoon finely grated ginger
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
If grilling:
Soy dipping sauce (such as Soy-Lime Dipping Sauce)
Vegetable oil (for grill)
If poaching:
4 cups chicken broth or water
Kosher salt
If baking:
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, egg, panko, scallions, soy sauce, miso paste, ginger, and salt in a large bowl. Using your hands, roll mixture into 1" balls, packing firmly. Transfer balls to a rimmed baking sheet or large plate.
  • For grilling:
  • Divide soy dipping sauce between 2 bowls (half for serving and half for brushing meatballs while cooking). If using wooden skewers, soak 15 minutes. Thread 2 skewers through each meatball, with 2-3 meatballs per pair of skewers.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high, direct heat, or place a grill pan over medium-high heat. Generously oil grates or grill pan. Grill meatballs until light grill marks form, 3-4 minutes. Turn and continue to grill until outside of meatballs are browned, 2 minutes longer.Brush meatballs with sauce, then turn and brush again. Baste and turn until meatballs are glazed and cooked through, about 1 minute more (if they start to burn, reduce heat or move to a cooler part of the grill). Serve with remaining dipping sauce.
  • For poaching:
  • Bring chicken broth to a simmer in a large pot over medium-low heat; season with salt. Add meatballs and cook, covered, until cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  • For baking:
  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Grease a glass or metal baking dish with oil.
  • Roll meatballs in oil until coated. Roast until meatballs are firm and cooked through (a meat thermometer inserted into the center should read 165°F), about 15 minutes.
  • Let meatballs cool 5 minutes in baking dish before serving.
  • Do Ahead
  • Meatballs can be formed, but not cooked, 1 day ahead. Wrap tightly in plastic and chill.

MISO CHICKEN WINGS



Miso Chicken Wings image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, appetizer

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds of chicken wings
1/2 cup miso
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
some freshly ground black pepper
a splash of hot water

Steps:

  • Cut 3 pounds of chicken wings into 3 sections; save the wing tips for stock. Toss the wings with a little neutral oil to keep them from sticking.
  • Heat a charcoal or gas grill; the fire should be moderately hot and the rack 4 to 6 inches from the heat. Leave one side of the grill cooler for indirect cooking.
  • Put the wings on the cool side of the grill. Cover the grill, and cook, checking and turning once or twice, until most of the fat has been rendered and the wings are cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • While the wings cook, combine 1/2 cup miso, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar and some freshly ground black pepper in a large bowl. Whisk, adding a splash of hot water to thin it out, until smooth.
  • When the wings are cooked, add them to the bowl with the sauce, and toss to coat. Now put the wings on the hot part of the grill, and cook, uncovered, turning as necessary, until they're nicely browned on both sides.

CHICKEN MISO SOUP



Chicken Miso Soup image

This unique version of chicken soup is packed with vegetables in a savory miso broth.

Provided by Joaquin de la Concepción

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 bone-in chicken thighs, or more to taste
1 pinch dried oregano, or to taste
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 bay leaves
3 tablespoons miso paste, or more to taste
4 quarts water, or as needed
½ bunch celery, diced
4 carrots, chopped, or more to taste
1 bunch fresh dill, minced
½ butternut squash, peeled and chopped
½ small head red cabbage, chopped
1 purple turnip, peeled and chopped
1 leek, diced
½ red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 large jalapeno pepper, with seeds, diced

Steps:

  • Place chicken thighs in a large pot and season generously with oregano, salt, and pepper. Add bay leaves and miso paste. Fill pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook until thighs are no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, 30 to 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Remove thighs and bay leaves from the pot. Tear meat off the bones and chop. Discard bones and bay leaves and return meat to the pot. Reduce heat to medium-low; add celery, carrots, and dill. Stir and add butternut squash, cabbage, and turnip. Cook, 5 to 10 minutes more.
  • Add leek, bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper to the pot. Cook until squash and turnip are soft, about 30 minutes more. Add salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 46.9 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 558.7 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN RAMEN WITH BOK CHOY AND MISO



Slow Cooker Chicken Ramen With Bok Choy and Miso image

The slow cooker puts a weeknight ramen fix within reach; don't skimp on the toppings here, which you can customize to your liking. They make each bowl feel special. Miso soup is traditionally made with dashi, an umami-rich stock made from kombu seaweed and dried bonito, a kind of tuna. But this recipe takes a different path to those deep flavors, substituting chicken broth and optional dried shiitake mushrooms, found in the produce department or international aisle of many grocery stores. Finally, a quick kombu steep adds umami. The ingredient is available at more specialty grocers and online, but feel free to leave it out. The soup will still be delicious.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, weekday, noodles, soups and stews, main course

Time 6h20m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 to 3 1/2 pounds skin-on whole chicken legs (about 5 legs)
1/2 heaping cup sweet white or yellow miso, plus more to taste
2 scallions, trimmed and halved, plus more for topping
3 garlic cloves, smashed
4 dried shiitake mushrooms (optional)
1 (5-by-3-inch) piece dried kombu (optional)
1 pound baby bok choy, cored and roughly chopped
2 tablespoons tamari, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons mirin, plus more to taste
12 to 16 ounces ramen, cooked and drained
Soft boiled eggs, sesame seeds and toasted nori sheets, for topping

Steps:

  • Put the chicken legs in a 5- to 8-quart slow cooker, and crumble the miso on top. Add the scallions, garlic cloves, shiitake mushrooms (if using) and 6 cups water. Stir well to combine. Cook until the chicken is tender, at least 4 hours and up to 6 hours on low. If it's more convenient, you can let the slow cooker switch to warm after 6 hours. The soup will hold on warm for about another 2 hours before the chicken begins to dry out.
  • Switch the heat to high. With a slotted spoon, remove the chicken, scallions, garlic and shiitakes, and place in a bowl. Set aside to cool. Stir in kombu, bok choy, tamari and mirin. Cover and let cook until the bok choy is wilted and tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove and discard the kombu. Coarsely shred chicken meat into the soup, discarding the skin, bone, scallions, garlic and shiitakes. Taste the soup and whisk in a few more spoonfuls of miso or tamari, if desired.
  • Divide the noodles among 4 or 5 bowls, and ladle the soup on top. Top each with sliced scallion, a halved soft boiled egg, sesame seeds and a piece of nori.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1171, UnsaturatedFat 42 grams, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 71 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 70 grams, SaturatedFat 22 grams, Sodium 3198 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CORIANDER CHICKEN THIGHS WITH MISO-GLAZED ROOT VEGETABLES



Coriander Chicken Thighs with Miso-Glazed Root Vegetables image

The root vegetables in this dish have a secret umami booster: miso paste. This recipe also offers a delicious way to use those oft-discarded beet and turnip greens. If you can’t find beets or turnips with greens, simply reduce the amount of each vegetable to 1/2 pound.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Chicken     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Carrot     Parsnip     Turnip     Honey     Soy Sauce     Quick and Healthy     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds)
4 tablespoons vegetable oil (such as grapeseed), divided
1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 tablespoon ground coriander
3 tablespoons white or yellow miso paste
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons honey
1 pound total carrots, parsnips, and/or celery root, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
3/4 pound small-to-medium golden or red beets with fresh greens, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges, greens reserved
3/4 pound small-to-medium turnips with fresh greens, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges, greens reserved
1 medium red onion, peeled, root trimmed, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch wedges
6 garlic cloves, unpeeled
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Set racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven. In a large bowl, pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Add 1 tablespoon oil and toss to coat. Season chicken all over with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and coriander. Rub in seasoning and set aside at room temperature.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons oil, miso paste, vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Add vegetables and garlic cloves to the bowl and toss to coat. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet, place on the upper rack of the oven, and roast until softened and browned, 40 to 45 minutes, tossing a few times during roasting. Peel garlic and discard skins.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon oil. Once hot, add half the chicken thighs skin side down. Cook until skin is golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from skillet and place skin side up on a second rimmed baking sheet. Repeat with remaining chicken thighs, reserving skillet with fat after cooking. Transfer baking sheet to lower rack of oven and roast until the chicken's internal temperature reaches 165°F, 12 to 15 minutes more.
  • Discard stems from reserved beet and turnip greens; wash and roughly chop the leaves. Pour out all but 2 teaspoons of oil from the skillet and place the pan over medium-high heat. Add the greens to the pan with 2 tablespoons water and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, tossing, until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer roasted vegetables to a serving bowl, add the sautéed greens, and toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve chicken thighs with vegetables and lime wedges.

BAKED MISO CHICKEN BREASTS



Baked Miso Chicken Breasts image

Chicken breast marinated in miso (soy bean paste) and baked in the oven.

Provided by Madelynn Kehrt

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup beer
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup miso paste
⅓ cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon Sriracha
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Mix beer, brown sugar, miso, soy sauce, Sriracha, and sesame oil together in a 1-gallon zip-top bag. Add chicken breasts, seal the bag, and thoroughly mix the marinade into the chicken. Let rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Place chicken in an oven-safe baking dish. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 25 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.5 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 2606.6 mg, Sugar 29.2 g

BBQ MISO CHICKEN



BBQ Miso Chicken image

Boneless chicken marinated in a miso (soy bean paste) sauce and grilled over an open fire. The miso is also mixed with beer, soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil to give it a complex flavor.

Provided by Eric

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup miso paste
1 cup beer
1 cup low sodium soy sauce
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the miso paste, beer, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and cayenne pepper. Stir until the miso and sugar are completely dissolved. Set aside 1/2 cup of the sauce for basting during grilling. Submerge the chicken in the remaining marinade, cover bowl, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Remove the chicken from the marinade, and discard marinade. Grill chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side, basting during the last few minutes with the reserved sauce. The chicken is done when it's juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 107.8 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 47.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 3220.7 mg, Sugar 36.9 g

ROASTED WHITE MISO-BUTTER CHICKEN



Roasted White Miso-Butter Chicken image

Thighs are the best part of the chicken, and this is a really quick way to make them delicious. The miso gives a delightful umami flavor that really saturates the chicken. The honey gives it a nice crisp and color. So very good and so easy.

Provided by bolshevik

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup white miso paste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon honey
½ tablespoon rice vinegar
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix miso paste, butter, honey, and rice vinegar together in a bowl. Rub mixture on chicken thighs, making sure to rub under and over the skin. Place thighs in a large roasting pan with enough distance between them to roast evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 86.2 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 535 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

Tips for Making the Best Miso Chicken:

  • Choose the right chicken: Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts work best for this recipe as they stay moist and flavorful during cooking.
  • Make sure your miso paste is fresh: Old miso paste can be bitter and unpleasant, so be sure to use a jar that has been recently opened.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken is cooked through when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Overcooking will make the chicken dry and tough.
  • Use a good quality mirin: Mirin is a Japanese sweet rice wine that adds a delicate sweetness and umami to the sauce. Look for a mirin that is made with real rice and not corn syrup.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like cilantro, scallions, and parsley add a pop of color and flavor to the dish.

Conclusion:

Miso chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of sweet, savory, and umami flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new chicken recipe, give miso chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!

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