Healthy Miso Chicken Noodle Bowls (Printable)

Marinated chicken, soba noodles, and crisp vegetables swim in savory miso broth for a comforting, protein-packed meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon white miso paste
03 - 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
05 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
06 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
07 - 1 clove garlic, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

→ Noodles

09 - 6 ounces soba noodles or whole wheat spaghetti

→ Broth & Vegetables

10 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
11 - 1 cup water
12 - 1 tablespoon white miso paste
13 - 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
14 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
15 - 2 cups baby bok choy, trimmed and halved
16 - 1/2 cup snow peas, ends trimmed
17 - 2 cups baby spinach or kale

→ Toppings

18 - 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved
19 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
20 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
21 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
22 - 1 sheet nori, cut into thin strips
23 - Chili oil or Sriracha, for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - In a shallow bowl, whisk together miso paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil until smooth.
02 - Add chicken to marinade, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 8 hours.
03 - Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook soba noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and toss with sesame oil to prevent sticking.
04 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove excess marinade from chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
05 - Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
06 - In a clean soup pot, bring chicken broth and water to a gentle simmer. Whisk in miso paste until fully dissolved.
07 - Add mushrooms, carrots, bok choy, and snow peas to broth. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender. Stir in spinach or kale and remove from heat.
08 - Divide noodles between two bowls. Arrange sliced chicken on top and ladle hot broth and vegetables over the noodles.
09 - Top each bowl with soft-boiled egg halves, scallions, sesame seeds, cilantro, and nori strips. Drizzle with chili oil or Sriracha if desired.
10 - Serve immediately while hot for optimal flavor and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The miso broth tastes like a hug from the inside out, savory and gentle at the same time.
  • You can prep the chicken ahead and assemble the bowls in under twenty minutes on a busy night.
  • It's endlessly adaptable, so you can use whatever greens or proteins are sitting in your fridge.
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing the noodles after boiling, it stops them from overcooking and keeps them from turning gummy in the broth.
  • Let the chicken rest after cooking or the juices will run out the moment you slice it, leaving the meat dry.
  • Dissolve the miso paste completely in the broth before adding vegetables, or you'll end up with salty clumps.
03 -
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for thirty seconds before sprinkling them on top, it makes them taste nuttier and more alive.
  • If you're serving this to guests, set out small bowls of chili oil, extra scallions, and lime wedges so everyone can customize their bowl.
  • Don't throw away the marinade, simmer it for a few minutes and drizzle it over the chicken for extra glaze.
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