Dish: Miso-ish Chicken Thigh Bowl

Tags: #weeknight #japanese-ish #high-protein
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35–45 min
Total time: 45–55 min
Active time: ~15 min
Servings: 2–4
Tools: oven, sheet pan, rice cooker, saucepan
Health goals: #high-protein
Macros per serving (estimate): optional (add later)

What it is

Crispy chicken thighs glazed with soy-ginger, served over rice with tender broccoli.

Uses protocols

• Sheet-Pan Chicken Thighs
• Quick Soy-Ginger Glaze
• Rice Cooker Jasmine Rice
• Tender Broccoli (Steam + Finish)

Steps (high level)

1. Start rice.
2. Roast chicken thighs.
3. Make glaze while chicken cooks.
4. Steam broccoli; finish with oil/lemon.
5. Glaze chicken in last 5 minutes or brush on after resting.

Plating

Rice → broccoli → sliced chicken → drizzle extra glaze.

Variations

• Add sesame + scallions.
• Swap broccoli for roasted carrots.