Braised Miso Chicken with Shiitake

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Bone-in chicken thighs marinated in miso paste and simmered with shiitake mushrooms until deeply flavorful and tender. This japanese-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 50 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, white miso paste, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp sake, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sugar to form a smooth paste.
  2. Step 2: Pat 1 lb bone-in chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub the miso mixture evenly over both sides.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the miso-coated chicken and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Step 4: Add 1/4 cup dried shiitake mushrooms and 1/2 cup water to the skillet, then bring to a simmer.
  5. Step 5: Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to low, and braise for 30 minutes until chicken is tender and sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Step 6: Remove chicken, strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl, discard mushrooms, then return chicken to the skillet and coat with the strained sauce. Sprinkle with 2 sliced green onions and serve.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Braised Miso Chicken with Shiitake take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Braised Miso Chicken with Shiitake?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Braised Miso Chicken with Shiitake?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Braised Miso Chicken with Shiitake for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Braised Miso Chicken with Shiitake gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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