Description
How to make umami-rich miso chicken soba noodles with tender chicken and aromatic broth that brings restaurant flavors to your kitchen in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Miso Broth Base
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp red miso paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
Noodles and Aromatics
- 8 oz soba noodles
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Combine chicken pieces with soy sauce, mirin, and sesame oil in a bowl. Let marinate for 15 minutes while you prep other ingredients for maximum flavor absorption.
- Prepare Broth: Whisk both miso pastes with a splash of warm stock until smooth. Add remaining stock, soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar. Keep warm on low heat.
- Cook Noodles: Bring a large pot of water to boil and cook soba noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking immediately.
- Sear Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes total.
- Build Aromatics: Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the chicken pan. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the delicate aromatics.
- Combine Everything: Divide cooked soba noodles among bowls. Top with chicken mixture, ladle hot miso broth over everything, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame oil.
Notes
- Don’t skip marinating the chicken even for 15 minutes; it makes a huge difference in flavor.
- Store noodles and broth separately to prevent mushiness when reheating leftovers.
- Whisk miso paste with warm liquid first to prevent lumps in your broth.
- Rinse soba noodles immediately after cooking to stop the cooking process.
- Adjust miso quantity to taste – start with less if you’re sensitive to salt.
- Garnish with soft-boiled eggs, nori sheets, or corn for extra authenticity.
Allergy Information: Soy, Gluten, Sesame
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 calories
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Protein: 32g