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Sliced miso chicken thighs on a plate.

Baked Miso Chicken Thighs

Baked miso chicken thighs are juicy, full of umami rich flavors, and super easy to make. Pair with rice, noodles, or salad to make it into a satisfying meal. This recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 5 people
Calories 255 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 ½ pound boneless skinless chicken thighs or increase up to 2lb
  • 3 tablespoons miso
  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the miso, mirin, tamari soy sauce, and sugar together. Whisk well.
  • Add chicken to the bowl. Toss to coat. Cover and let sit for 1 hour (or anywhere from 30 minutes to 3 hrs) to marinate.
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F/ 218°C. Line a baking sheet pan with aluminum foil, and lightly grease the surface.
  • Arrange marinated chicken on the pan, and drizzle with avocado oil.
  • Bake for 18 - 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F/ 74°C.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 255kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 129mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 370mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 42IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

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