Miso-Glazed Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry
Tangy chicken breast glazed with savory miso, tossed with crisp broccoli and sesame oil. This japanese-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs head (cut into 1-inch florets) broccoli, (minced) garlic, miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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
- 2 pcs (6 oz each, sliced thinly) chicken breast
- 1 head (cut into 1-inch florets) broccoli
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken slices and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic, and broccoli. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp, then stir in miso paste, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the broccoli.
- Step 3: Return chicken to the skillet, stir to combine, and cook for 2 minutes. Garnish with almonds and sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry?
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 (minced) garlic from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry?
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 Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry 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.
What goes well with Miso-Glazed Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry?
Japanese chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
