Miso-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Caramelized chicken thighs with a savory-sweet miso glaze and tender roasted sweet potatoes. This japanese-inspired whole30 (gluten-free) ready in about 48 minutes pairs chicken thighs, medium sweet potatoes, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 510 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 16 oz chicken thighs
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Peel and dice sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tsp sesame oil, salt, and pepper, then spread on a sheet pan.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk miso paste, apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos, and 1 tsp sesame oil until smooth. Pat chicken thighs dry, then coat evenly with miso glaze.
- Step 3: Place chicken thighs on top of sweet potatoes, pressing gently to adhere. Roast for 25-28 minutes until chicken is golden and sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 4: Let rest 5 minutes before serving, drizzling any pan juices over the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 48 minutes (20 min prep + 28 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 Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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 chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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 Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Chicken Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
