Name: Chicken Tender Miso-Grill
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Japanese Cuisine
Ingredients: Chicken Tenders 6 pcs (approx. 400g); [A] Salt a pinch; [A] Cooking Sake (Rice Wine) 1 tbsp; [A] Mirin (Sweet Rice Wine) 1 tbsp; [A] MSG (Umami Seasoning) a pinch; [A] Potato Starch 1 tsp; [B] Miso 1.5 tbsp; [B] Mayonnaise 2 tsp; [B] Sugar 2 tsp; [B] Cooking Sake (Rice Wine) 2 tsp

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Chicken Tender Miso-Grill

by 食事処さくらの料理教室

Enjoy this chicken tender miso-grill recipe that takes only 10 minutes to make and guarantees perfectly juicy results。 No need to trim the tendons, and it's easy to make. Grilling in the toaster oven ensures foolproof cooking. The secret to its juicy texture lies in the pre-treatment of the chicken tenders and the addition of potato starch. A perfect dish for busy days!

📖Cooking Basics

yaki（ramen）

miso（ramen）

dry（tantanmen）

Steps

In a bowl, combine 1.5 tbsp Miso, 2 tsp Mayonnaise, 2 tsp Sugar, and 2 tsp Cooking Sake (Rice Wine). Whisk thoroughly to ensure no miso clumps remain. [Key Tip!] Adding mayonnaise adds richness and a smooth texture to the miso glaze, making it an excellent pairing with the chicken tenders.
🕒 00:22
Prepare a bowl and pat dry the surface of 6 Chicken Tenders (approx. 400g) with paper towels. [Key Tip!] Thoroughly drying the chicken tenders helps to reduce any gamey odor and allows the seasoning to penetrate better.
🕒 01:19
Cut the chicken tenders straight in half lengthwise. Cut them to be equal halves, not along the tendon lines.
🕒 02:00
For the cut chicken tenders, if there are any remaining stringy white parts (tendons), make a diagonal cut with a knife to remove them. [Key Tip!] You don't need to remove all the tendons; just removing these stringy parts will significantly reduce the chewy texture, resulting in a delicious and easy dish.
🕒 02:13
Place the cut chicken tenders into the prepared bowl.
🕒 02:34
Line a toaster oven baking tray with parchment paper or non-stick aluminum foil.
🕒 02:49
To the bowl with the chicken tenders, add a pinch of Salt, 1 tbsp Cooking Sake (Rice Wine), 1 tbsp Mirin (Sweet Rice Wine), a pinch of MSG (Umami Seasoning), and 1 tsp Potato Starch.
🕒 03:15
Once all seasonings are added, thoroughly knead them into the chicken tenders until no excess liquid remains. [Key Tip!] Kneading in the potato starch and liquids will lock moisture inside the chicken tenders, ensuring they remain juicy and don't dry out when grilled. This is a crucial step for retaining meat juices.
🕒 03:38
Arrange the kneaded chicken tenders on the prepared baking tray, leaving a slight gap between each piece. [Key Tip!] Leaving space between the chicken tenders ensures even cooking and prevents uneven browning.
🕒 04:18
Spread the prepared miso glaze over the surface of the chicken. [Key Tip!] Applying the glaze just before grilling, rather than marinating, clearly separates the chicken's flavor from the glaze's taste, allowing you to enjoy a more yakitori-like flavor.
🕒 04:46
Grill in a 1000W toaster oven for about 6-7 minutes. [Key Tip!] Chicken tenders cook quickly due to their thinness, so after about 6 minutes, check for doneness and any signs of burning.
🕒 05:18
Cut one of the largest chicken tenders in half to check if it's cooked through.
🕒 05:52
Plate and serve. Enjoy!
🕒 06:17