Maple-Glazed Chicken

Name: Maple-Glazed Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 3 tbsp. pure maple syrup; 2 tbsp. miso paste; 2 tbsp. rice vinegar; 1 tbsp. sugar; 2 tsp. lower-sodium soy sauce; 1 tsp. fresh ginger; 8 oz. French green beans (haricots verts) or regular green beans; 10 oz. frozen peas; 1 1/4 lb. boneless and skinless chicken thighs; 1/4 c. fresh cilantro leaves

Published: Dec 7, 2012

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Kate Sears

Yields:

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Cal/Serv:

350

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Grilling chicken lends a smokiness that deepens the complexity of the glaze. Steamed vegetables are a simple accompaniment, affording each flavor element the spotlight.

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Ingredients

3 Tbsp.
pure maple syrup
2 Tbsp.
miso paste
2 Tbsp.
rice vinegar
1 Tbsp.
sugar
2 tsp.
lower-sodium soy sauce
1 tsp.
fresh ginger
8 oz.
French green beans (haricots verts) or regular green beans
10 oz.
frozen peas
1 1/4 lb.
boneless and skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup
fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

1. Step 1In 1-quart saucepan, whisk maple syrup, miso, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and ginger; heat to boiling on medium-high. Boil 1 minute or until reduced by half, whisking. Remove from heat; stir in 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cool slightly. Transfer 2 tablespoons to small bowl for brushing chicken.
2. Step 2Place beans and 3 tablespoons water in 2-quart glass baking dish; cover with vented plastic wrap. Microwave on High 3 minutes or until tender. Stir in peas. Cover; microwave 3 minutes longer. Drain well; toss with 1 tablespoon sauce. Transfer to platter.
3. Step 3Heat grill pan on medium-high. Sprinkle chicken with 1/8 teaspoon salt. Grill chicken 4 minutes or until grill marks appear. Brush chicken with reserved 2 tablespoons sauce. Turn chicken over; grill 4 to 5 minutes longer or until cooked through (165 degrees F). Place chicken on top of vegetables. Serve with remaining sauce and cilantro.