Gochujang Miso Chicken Thighs: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe
These Gochujang Miso Chicken Thighs are a flavorful and spicy Korean-inspired dish that is sure to impress. The combination of gochujang, miso paste, and soy sauce creates a savory and slightly sweet marinade that perfectly complements the tender chicken thighs. Baked to perfection, these chicken thighs are juicy on the inside with a crispy skin on the outside. Garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is not only delicious but also visually appealing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Thighs:
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Miso Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons gochujang
- 1 tablespoon white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
For Cooking:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for searing)
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, miso paste, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
- Marinate Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry and place them in a large resealable bag or bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken, toss to coat evenly, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
- Cook Chicken: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat the vegetable oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs, skin-side down, for 4–5 minutes until golden brown. Flip the chicken and transfer the skillet to the oven. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and Garnish: Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Serve with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or kimchi for a full meal.
- For extra spice, add a teaspoon of chili flakes to the marinade.
- Boneless thighs can be used but reduce cooking time by 5–7 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
