Miso-Glazed Carrot & Ginger Sheet Pan Chicken
Tender chicken thighs glazed with savory-sweet miso and fresh ginger, roasted with caramelized carrots and cherry tomatoes until golden and aromatic. This japanese-inspired sheet pan (gluten-free) ready in about 50 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, cherry tomatoes, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 12 oz, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch coins carrots
- 8 oz cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1.5 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp miso paste, 1.5 tbsp grated ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 2 tbsp olive oil until smooth.
- Step 3: Arrange carrots and cherry tomatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet, then place chicken thighs skin-side up on top. Brush the miso glaze evenly over chicken and vegetables.
- Step 4: Roast for 25 minutes, then flip chicken thighs and toss vegetables until carrots are tender-crisp and tomatoes burst, about 10 more minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and glaze is bubbling and slightly caramelized.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Carrot & Ginger Sheet Pan Chicken take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Miso-Glazed Carrot & Ginger Sheet Pan Chicken?
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 cherry tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Carrot & Ginger Sheet Pan Chicken?
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 Miso-Glazed Carrot & Ginger Sheet Pan Chicken 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 Miso-Glazed Carrot & Ginger Sheet Pan Chicken 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.