Miso Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with foil.
2. 2
   Combine the miso, butter, honey, vinegar, crushed red pepper, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mash the mixture with a fork until its well combined.
3. 3
   Add the chicken to the bowl and massage the miso mixture all over it. (For best flavor, I like to work some of it under the skin, too.)
4. 4
   Place the chicken in a single layer, skin side down, on the prepared baking sheet.
5. 5
   Bake for 30-35 minutes, depending upon the size of the chicken pieces, turning the pieces skin-side up after the first 15 minutes. The internal temperature of the meat should register 160-165 degrees on a quick-read thermometer. If desired, broil the chicken for a minute or two, watching very closely, to further brown and crisp the skin.