Description
Garlic Miso Chicken Thighs In The Air Fryer is a delicious and flavorful Asian-inspired dish that is easy to make using the air fryer. The chicken thighs are marinated in a savory miso-based sauce, then air-fried to perfection, resulting in juicy, tender meat with a crispy exterior.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Thighs:
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Miso Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds
Instructions
- Mix the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the miso paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, garlic, ginger, and black pepper until smooth.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, toss to coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Cook the Chicken: Arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until cooked through and browned.
- Rest and Garnish: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- For extra caramelization, brush the chicken with leftover marinade during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1–2 thighs
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
