Miso-Glazed Sesame Chicken with Bok Choy
Crispy chicken thighs glazed in a savory-sweet miso-sesame sauce, served over tender bok choy for a perfect Asian dinner. This japanese-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs chicken thighs, white miso paste, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 490 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
- 16 oz chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 bunches bok choy
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 16 oz chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/2 tsp salt. Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add chicken skin-side down. Cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown, flip, and cook 4 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp soy sauce in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger to the skillet with chicken, cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour miso glaze over chicken, reducing heat to low and simmering for 3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats chicken.
- Step 4: While chicken simmers, cut 2 bok choy bunches into 2-inch pieces. Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a separate pan over medium heat, add bok choy, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vibrant green and tender-crisp. Serve chicken with bok choy, drizzling with reserved glaze and sprinkling with 1 tsp sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Sesame Chicken with Bok Choy take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 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 Sesame Chicken with Bok Choy?
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 Sesame Chicken with Bok Choy?
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 Sesame Chicken with Bok Choy 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 Sesame Chicken with Bok Choy 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
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to chicken dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 20-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
