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Easy Roasted Miso Chicken Thighs

Flavor-packed roasted chicken thighs marinated in miso, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger—juicy inside, caramelized outside—ready in under an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 310 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl Small
  • 1 Baking sheet Lined with parchment or foil

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic grated
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons scallions sliced

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Whisk miso paste, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until smooth.
  • Pour marinade over chicken thighs and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, up to 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  • Arrange chicken thighs in a single layer on the sheet, leaving space between each piece.
  • Roast for 25–30 minutes until caramelized and fully cooked.
  • Let rest for 5 minutes after removing from oven.
  • Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions before serving.

Notes

Optional: Use pressure cooker for initial cook then finish under broiler for crispy edges. Store leftovers in fridge up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.