Name: Miso Glazed Chicken & Charred Broccoli Meal Prep Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 bowls
Ingredients: 1 cup (240 ml) brown rice, rinsed; 2 1/4 cups (540 ml) water; 3 tablespoons (45 ml) white miso paste; 2 tablespoons (30 ml) mirin; 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey; 1 teaspoon (5 ml) low-sodium soy sauce; 1 1/2 lb (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 5 cups (1200 ml) broccoli florets; 1 1/2 tablespoons (23 ml) neutral oil; 1/4 teaspoon (1.3 ml) kosher salt; 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sesame seeds, toasted

Miso Glazed Chicken & Charred Broccoli Meal Prep Bowl

Sheet-pan miso-glazed chicken thighs with charred broccoli over brown rice.

By the Bowlyra kitchen Updated November 11, 2026

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Total

1 hr

Makes

4 bowls

Unlike the broiled version in our Miso Glazed Chicken & Charred Bok Choy Bowl, this one roasts chicken thighs and broccoli together on one pan, brushing the miso glaze on for the last few minutes. Thighs keep their moisture through several reheats.

Why this recipe works

Glazing late keeps miso's sugars from burning in a hot oven. High heat chars the broccoli tips, which gives a nutty flavor.

Ingredient notes

Some miso contains barley; check labels if you need gluten-free.

Common mistakes

Glazing at the start of roasting.
Overcrowding the broccoli.

What to serve with it

Sliced scallions or chili crisp.

Meal prep

Lasts 4 days.

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Cooking tips

Use foil; miso glaze sticks. Spread the broccoli out so it chars.

Swaps and variations

Use salmon (add for the last 12 minutes; cook to 145°F / 63°C). Use jasmine rice.

Storing and reheating

Refrigerate within 2 hours for up to 4 days. Reheat to 165°F (74°C).

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