Miso Chicken with Walnuts and Grapes

Marinated chicken thighs grilled and simmered in a rich miso sauce with toasted walnuts, buttery syrup, and fresh grapes.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 962.1 kcals 3848.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 35.7 grams 142.8 grams
Fat 67.1 grams 268.2 grams
Protein 48.9 grams 195.6 grams
Cook Time
35 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1.5
tbsp
CondimentsSauces
Dairy
Fruits
250
g
Red Grapes
Small seedless
Liquids
200
ml
6
tbsp
Meat
8
piece
Chicken Thighs
Free-range, boned, skin on
NutsSeeds
1
count
Sea Salt
To taste
1
count
White Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
125
g
Walnuts
Broken pieces
1
tbsp
Tarragon
Chopped
OilsFats
Vegetables
40
g
Root Ginger
Finely grated
12
piece
Shallots
Small, peeled

Steps

  • Combine chicken with miso, ginger, mirin, and 4 tablespoons of vinegar in a bowl.
  • Cover and refrigerate the chicken to marinate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • Boil shallots in water for 5 minutes, then strain and halve them lengthways.
  • Grill chicken skin-side up on a baking tray with marinade for 10 minutes on high.
  • Sauté shallots in sunflower oil for 4 minutes until browned.
  • Add remaining vinegar, wine, water, salt, and pepper to the pan and cook for 6 minutes.
  • Transfer grilled chicken and juices to the pan and simmer covered for 4 minutes.
  • Remove chicken and stir walnuts, butter, maple syrup, and grapes into the sauce for 3 minutes.
  • Spoon the emulsified sauce over the chicken and garnish with chopped tarragon.