Miso-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Glazed Carrots
A balanced weeknight meal with tender miso-glazed chicken thighs and caramelized honey-glazed carrots, roasted to perfection in one pan. This japanese-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs white miso paste, honey, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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
- 6 (bone-in, skin-on, 1.5 lbs) chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 lb, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick carrots
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Whisk miso paste, honey, rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp water until smooth.
- Step 2: Place chicken thighs skin-side up in a roasting pan. Brush miso glaze evenly over chicken. Scatter sliced carrots and minced garlic around chicken.
- Step 3: Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and carrots are tender.
- Step 4: Remove pan from oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Glazed Carrots take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Glazed Carrots?
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-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Glazed Carrots?
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-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Glazed Carrots 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-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Glazed Carrots?
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
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
