Quick Weeknights · Japanese
Miso-Honey Glazed Chicken Skewers
Succulent chicken thigh skewers coated in a sticky, umami-rich miso glaze perfect for an elevated weeknight meal.
Why This Works
Broiling provides high, direct heat that caramelizes the natural sugars in the honey and mirin, creating a complex, sweet-savory crust on the meat.
The Upgrade
Finish the skewers with a light dusting of toasted white sesame seeds for added texture.
Chef's Secret
Michelin TechniqueSoak your bamboo skewers in water for 20 minutes before loading them to prevent burning under the intense broiler heat.
Ingredients
Total time including resting: 35 min
Directions
Cut the chicken thighs into 1-inch uniform cubes.
Whisk miso, honey, mirin, and soy sauce in a small bowl until smooth.
Thread chicken and scallion pieces alternately onto bamboo skewers.
Preheat your broiler to high.
Brush the skewers generously with half of the miso glaze.
Broil for 5 minutes, then flip, brush with remaining glaze, and broil for 4 minutes more until caramelized.
Wine Pairing
Riesling
White Wine
The BottleDr. Loosen Blue Slate Riesling Kabinett
A touch of residual sugar in this Kabinett balances the salt-heavy miso glaze perfectly. The racy acidity clears the palate of the chicken's charred fats between every bite.
Make It a Complete Meal
Sides the kitchen recommends alongside this dish.
Side Dish
Sesame-Dressed Slaw
Shredded cabbage with a nutty dressing provides a crunch that contrasts the sticky, tender chicken.
Ingredients
Directions
Whisk sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and ginger in a small bowl to emulsify.
Place shredded cabbage in a large mixing bowl.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage immediately before serving.
Toss thoroughly to coat each strand.
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds for added texture.
Side Dish
Furikake Rice
Steamed rice topped with seaweed and sesame seasoning adds a savory depth to the meal.
Ingredients
Directions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Combine rice, water, mirin, and salt in a heavy-bottomed pot.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to the lowest setting and cover tightly.
Simmer for 15 minutes, then remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork and fold in the furikake seasoning.
Member Reviews
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Decent flavor. Needed a bit more seasoning for my taste.
Decent flavor. Needed a bit more seasoning for my taste.
Loved the short ingredient list. Everything was already in my pantry.
Made this tonight and it disappeared in minutes. Adding it to the rotation.