Creamy Miso Chicken Udon Noodles

A comforting and quick-to-make noodle dish filled with umami goodness from miso and rich creamy texture, perfect for a busy day meal.

By @notwasabi

Original recipe source

Cook time: 15 minutes

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon green onion sliced
• 1 tablespoon garlic minced
• 0.5 tablespoon miso paste
• 150 grams chicken breast or thighs
• 1 cup water
• 0.5 cup milk substitute water for a lighter version
• 1 serving udon noodles
• 0 dumplings to taste
• 0 enoki mushrooms to taste
• 0 soy sauce to taste
• 1 egg
• 0 sesame oil if desired
• 0 green onion for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat a pan on medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Sauté sliced green onions and minced garlic for about 1 minute, then add in 1/2 tablespoon of miso paste and stir until well combined.
2. Toss in 150g of chicken breast or thighs, and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
3. Once the chicken is cooked, add 1 cup of water and 1/2 cup of milk. Increase heat to medium-high and let it simmer for 3 minutes.
4. Once the soup starts boiling, add 1 serving of udon noodles, dumplings, and enoki mushrooms. Cook until the noodles are tender.
5. Add soy sauce, an egg, and a bit of sesame oil if desired. Cook for about a minute, then sprinkle with more green onions and enjoy.