Miso-Glazed Sesame Chicken with Snap Peas
Tender chicken thighs glazed with savory-sweet miso and sesame, served with crisp snap peas for a vibrant weeknight meal. This japanese-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs skinless and boneless chicken thighs, white miso paste, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 lb, skinless and boneless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 8 oz, trimmed snap peas
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1 lb chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season lightly with salt. In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 2 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger until smooth.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and sear for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through; remove and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, add 8 oz trimmed snap peas and 1 tbsp soy sauce; stir-fry for 3 minutes until crisp-tender. Whisk 1 tsp cornstarch and 2 tbsp water in a small bowl, then pour into the skillet; cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats the peas.
- Step 4: Return chicken to the skillet, pour the miso glaze over it, and toss to coat evenly. Cook for 2 minutes until the glaze is bubbling and sticky. Sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Sesame Chicken with Snap Peas take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 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 Snap Peas?
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 white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Sesame Chicken with Snap Peas?
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 Snap Peas 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 Snap Peas 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
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 20-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.
