Miso Butter Chicken
Miso Butter Chicken is a comforting and flavorful dish that features tender chicken marinated in a rich miso butter sauce. This recipe creates an unforgettable culinary experience, making it perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can enjoy the warm embrace of this delightful meal served over rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup white miso paste
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix miso paste, melted butter, minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Add the chicken breasts and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare a baking dish by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place the marinated chicken in the baking dish and pour remaining marinade over it. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serve over rice or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with firm tofu. Add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas during baking for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container up to three days in the fridge.