Buckle Up, Buttercup! It’s Miso Chicken Time with Radish Rockets & a Limey Lift-Off!
This recipe is all about taking your tastebuds on a joyride with juicy, miso-glazed chicken, fiery radish rockets, and a refreshingly limey finish – all on a single sheet pan! So, grab your apron (or a funky bandanna, we don’t judge here) and let’s get cooking!
Sheet-Pan Miso Chicken with Radishes & Lime is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines the umami richness of miso with the bright acidity of lime, complemented by the crispness of radishes. Here’s a description of the recipe:
Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a savory miso mixture, infused with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and a hint of honey for sweetness. The marinade imparts depth of flavor to the chicken, infusing it with a rich umami taste.
Fresh radishes are added to the sheet pan, providing a peppery bite and vibrant color. As the dish roasts in the oven, the radishes soften slightly, while still retaining their crisp texture and refreshing flavor.
Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1 ½ pounds total) – Our intrepid flyers for this flavor adventure!
- 2 tablespoons olive oil – Because olive oil is like the trusty spaceship fuel for roasting.
- Kosher salt and black pepper – Our trusty flavor copilot and co-pilot. Don’t skimp on these heroes!
- 1 tablespoon ghee or unsalted butter, softened – Adding a touch of richness to make the chicken sing!
- 1 ½ teaspoons white miso paste – Our secret weapon! Miso paste is a funky fermented soybean paste that adds a depth of savory magic.
- 1 pound trimmed radishes, halved (or quartered if they’re big whoppers) – Our fiery radish rockets, ready to add a delightful kick!
- 1 lime, halved – Get ready to squeeze some sunshine into this dish!
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (both white and green parts) – Our finishing flourish, adding a pop of color and freshness.
- Black or white sesame seeds, for sprinkling (optional) – Because a little sesame goes a long way in the sprinkle department!
Mission Prep: Preheat Your Warp Drive (Oven)!
- Fire up your oven to 400°F (200°C) – Let it preheat while you get your ingredients ready.
Assembling the Chicken Starship:
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Gather your chicken thighs, pat them dry with a paper towel, and season generously with salt and pepper. – We want these thighs to be dry on the outside and bursting with flavor on the inside.
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In a small bowl, whip up your miso marinade by combining the olive oil, softened ghee/butter, and white miso paste. – Get ready to give these thighs a flavor massage!
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Gently loosen the skin of each chicken thigh by carefully slipping your fingers in between the skin and flesh. – Don’t worry, you’re not performing chicken surgery, just creating a little pocket for extra flavor.
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Here comes the fun part! Smear a generous amount of the miso marinade under the loosened skin of each chicken thigh. – Give those thighs a good rub, making sure they’re well coated. Don’t forget to massage some marinade onto the top of the skin too!
Launch Sequence: Radish Rockets and Chicken to the Pan!
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On a large baking sheet, arrange your chicken thighs in a single layer, skin-side up. – These are your starships, make sure they have enough space to roast majestically.
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Scatter your halved (or quartered) radishes around the chicken thighs. – These little guys are about to take off on a flavor adventure!
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Squeeze the juice of half the lime over the chicken and radishes. – A little citrusy sunshine goes a long way!
Engage Warp Drive (Roasting Time!):
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Pop your sheet pan into the preheated oven and blast off for 15 minutes. – Let the chicken and radishes get nice and cozy while they start to cook.
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While the spaceship is on its merry way, in a small bowl toss the remaining miso marinade with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. – We’re going to baste these thighs for extra flavor and crispiness!
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After 15 minutes of roasting, take out your sheet pan and carefully baste the chicken and radishes with the miso-oil mixture. – Baste with love (and maybe a fun spoon for effect)!
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Return the pan to the oven and continue roasting for another 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the radishes are tender-crisp. – You can check for doneness by piercing the thickest part of the chicken thigh with a knife; the juices should run clear, not pink.
Pro Tip: If your chicken skin isn’t looking as crispy as you’d like, crank the oven to broil for a minute or two at the end. But keep a watchful eye to avoid any burnt spaceship situations!
Mission Accomplished: Time to Refuel and Celebrate!
- **Once your chicken is cooked through and the radishes
