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Chicken miso soup
Isla Marie

Chicken Miso Soup

Chicken Miso Soup is a light yet savory soup made with tender chicken, miso paste, and a flavorful broth. This nourishing, protein-rich soup is perfect for a healthy lunch or a comforting dinner when you want something warm, soothing, and easy to digest.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dish, Soup
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons white or yellow miso paste
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or bok choy optional
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Equipment

  • Medium soup pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Small bowl for dissolving miso
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add sliced chicken and cook until lightly browned and just cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk miso paste with a few tablespoons of warm broth until smooth. Lower the heat and stir the miso mixture into the soup.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Add soy sauce and spinach or bok choy if using. Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes until greens are wilted.
  6. Drizzle with sesame oil, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm topped with green onions.

Notes

  • Do not boil the soup after adding miso
  • Dissolving miso separately prevents clumps
  • Add vegetables at the end to keep them vibrant