Rating: 3.58
(85)

Miso Chicken Ramen

March 27, 2024

Miso Chicken Ramen is the perfect bowl of comfort, combining rich flavors with hearty ingredients in a way that’s both satisfying and nourishing. This dish is a delightful twist on the traditional ramen, using miso to bring a deep umami flavor that complements the tender chicken and perfectly cooked noodles. Whether you’re craving something warm and filling on a chilly day or just in the mood for a comforting meal, miso chicken ramen is the answer.

The base of this dish is the miso broth, which infuses the ramen with savory depth. The fermented soybeans in miso create a rich, earthy flavor that is the perfect balance of salty and umami. This creates the ideal backdrop for the rest of the ingredients to shine. Add in tender slices of chicken, soft-boiled eggs, and fresh vegetables, and you have a balanced, hearty meal in one bowl.

The chicken adds protein and richness, and when it’s cooked just right, it absorbs the flavors of the broth, becoming juicy and flavorful. The noodles are the star of any ramen dish, and in miso chicken ramen, they soak up the flavorful broth, offering a comforting texture with every bite.

What sets this dish apart is its versatility. While the traditional toppings might include sliced green onions, seaweed, and bamboo shoots, there’s plenty of room for creativity. You can add a handful of spinach or bok choy, or even a drizzle of chili oil for a spicy kick. The miso broth also pairs wonderfully with various types of protein, and if you prefer, you can swap the chicken for tofu or pork.

Miso chicken ramen is not just a meal; it’s an experience. From the savory aroma to the rich, flavorful broth, it offers the perfect balance of taste, texture, and comfort. It’s a dish that you’ll return to time and time again.

Miso Chicken Ramen
Miso Chicken Ramen
3.58 from 85 votes
A flavorful and comforting bowl of ramen with tender miso-marinated chicken.
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 4 tbsp miso paste
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 packs ramen noodles
  • 2 cups mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 2 Green onions chopped
  • 2 pieces eggs soft-boiled
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 1 tsp garlic minced

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, mix together miso paste, soy sauce, mirin, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
  • Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat the chicken in the miso marinade. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat sesame oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  • Add sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, until softened. Remove the mushrooms from the pot and set aside.
  • Cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • To assemble the ramen bowls, divide the cooked ramen noodles among 4 bowls. Top with chicken, mushrooms, baby spinach, green onions, and a soft-boiled egg.
  • Pour the hot chicken broth over the ingredients in each bowl.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 34gFat: 18gFiber: 6g
Calories: 450kcal
Meal Type: Soup
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: Miso, Ramen, ramen noodles
Cooking Method: Boiled
Time: >45 Min
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  1. User avatar Android 20 says:

    1 star
    I ain’t got miso. Used peanut butter instead, lol! Didn’t taste good though.

  2. User avatar anonymous_hacker says:

    5 stars
    OMG! So yum! I added some chili flakes for extra spice! Can’t wait to make it again!

  3. 1 star
    Miso what? I thought this was just for soup! My kids didn’t eat it. Gonna stick to spaghetti.

  4. User avatar emogene.kiehn33 says:

    4 stars
    Taste good for my fam. Easy to follow. Me and my kids liked it. 😊

    1. 5 stars
      So happy to hear you and your kids enjoyed it! It’s great to have a recipe that’s both tasty and easy to prepare. 😊

  5. 5 stars
    This ramen recipe is AMAZING!!! The miso flavor is out of this world. Definitely making this again!

  6. User avatar Brand-shei says:

    5 stars
    Yummy! Ramen is the best. I used instant noodles and it’s still good. LOL!

  7. User avatar sheldon.weissnat says:

    5 stars
    WOW!! Best ramen ever!!! I can’t believe how good it turned out! 😍

    1. User avatar librada.hansen78 says:

      5 stars
      I’m glad you loved it! The miso flavor really makes a difference, doesn’t it? 😋

    2. User avatar Arwen Evenstar says:

      2 stars
      Best ramen? Really? I made this and it was just okay. Maybe I did something wrong…

  8. User avatar bryant.renner85 says:

    5 stars
    This ramen turned out great! The flavors are on point! 😍

  9. User avatar janeth.bartoletti says:

    3 stars
    Did I do something wrong? My broth turned out super salty. I might skip the soy sauce next time.

  10. User avatar jovan.turner says:

    3 stars
    Could you really taste the miso? Mine didn’t seem to work out. Maybe I added too much?

  11. 3 stars
    I dunno, the chicken was kinda dry for me. Maybe I marinated it too long? 3 stars.

    1. 3 stars
      I think it’s about how you cook it too. Chicken thighs should be juicy. Did you check the temp? Overcooked for sure! 🤔

    2. User avatar ricardo.robel96 says:

      4 stars
      Maybe it was the marinade time, but don’t be too hard on yourself! Dry chicken happens to the best of us. A little less time next time could help! 😊

  12. User avatar deangelo.gleason78 says:

    3 stars
    Gave it a try but my kids didn’t like the mushrooms. Can I leave them out without messing it up?

    1. User avatar Rima Tromp says:

      5 stars
      Yes, you can leave out the mushrooms! Just add more spinach or other veggies instead. My kids love it that way!

  13. User avatar philip.batz47 says:

    2 stars
    I don’t really get the hype around miso. The chicken was okay but the broth felt kinda bland.

  14. 5 stars
    It was fabulous!

  15. User avatar stacia.jakubowski65 says:

    2 stars
    Tasted okay but took too long to prepare. Not worth it for me. 😕

    1. 4 stars
      I get it, some recipes just take forever! But I think the taste is worth the wait ❤️. Maybe try prepping some of the ingredients ahead of time next time!

  16. User avatar modesto.hoppe2011 says:

    1 star
    Miso chicken?! I thought this was miso soup! Weird combo if you ask me.

    1. 5 stars
      I actually think it’s a cool idea! Miso adds a depth of flavor that can really enhance the dish. Can’t wait to try it!

  17. User avatar ashlee.schamberger77 says:

    3 stars
    I dunno, it seems a bit complicated for just ramen. Can’t I just use instant noodles?

    1. User avatar jeneva.parker1957 says:

      4 stars
      I get it, instant noodles are easy and quick! But this recipe sounds like it could be worth the effort for a tasty homemade meal! 😋

  18. User avatar ashlea.ernser says:

    4 stars
    Very easy recipe but I think it could use more veggies. Added some carrots and it was delish!

  19. User avatar blanca.muller says:

    4 stars
    Quick and easy! I added some chili flakes for heat. Yummy! 🔥

  20. User avatar fallon.heathcote50 says:

    1 star
    Too much work for me. Ramen should be easy, like the packs from the store. Doesn’t make sense to cook like this.

  21. User avatar charlsie.raynor46 says:

    4 stars
    Yum! I added some chili flakes and it was perfect! Will definitely make it again. 4 stars.

  22. 4 stars
    Ingredients are easy to come by! Will try this out with my kids this weekend.

  23. 4 stars
    Didn’t have mirin, so I used vinegar. Still turned out pretty good! 💪

  24. 5 stars
    This is just like the ramen I had in Japan! So comforting. Perfect for rainy days.

    1. User avatar izetta.swift63 says:

      3 stars
      It looks good, but I dunno, miso ramen is way better without meat. Just sayin’.

    2. User avatar jeffry.keebler says:

      5 stars
      I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Nothing beats a warm bowl of ramen on a rainy day. ☔️

  25. 5 stars
    Yum!!! I loved it! I added some chili flakes for a kick. 🔥

  26. User avatar ashanti.kuhlman says:

    5 stars
    This is the best miso ramen recipe I’ve ever tried! So flavorful and easy to make. My family loved it! 5 stars!

  27. User avatar Vroomfondel says:

    5 stars
    Yum! Best ramen recipe I found. This will be my go-to! 🥢

    1. 5 stars
      I agree, this recipe is so delicious! I made it last week and my family loved it too!

    2. User avatar michiko.swift says:

      2 stars
      Best ramen? Really? Looks kinda complicated, not sure if it’s worth all that work. 😕

  28. 5 stars
    Wow, this is such a game changer. Better than takeout! My family loved it.

  29. 4 stars
    Wow, this is so easy! I never thought I could make ramen at home. Yum!

  30. User avatar curtis.weimann1958 says:

    2 stars
    Miso and chicken? Yuck! Should’ve gone with beef or something else. Disappointed! 2 stars.

  31. User avatar porter.abernathy says:

    1 star
    Ramen is supposed to be easy but I got lost in the steps. Why so many ingredients?!

    1. User avatar rolf.klein says:

      4 stars
      I get it! Ramen can be confusing with all those steps. But once you get the hang of it, it’s super fun! 😊

  32. 5 stars
    This is the best ramen I’ve ever made! So flavorful and comforting. Definitely a keeper!

  33. 4 stars
    Super easy and delicious!! I didn’t have mirin, so i used some rice vinegar instead. Still yum!

  34. User avatar Samwise Gamgee says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is so delicious! The miso gives it such a unique flavor. I tried it twice this week!

    1. 5 stars
      I totally agree! The miso really does add a special touch. I made it last night and it was a hit! Thanks for sharing this recipe!

  35. User avatar terresa.skiles54 says:

    3 stars
    My friend makes better ramen from a packet… not impressed with this one. 3 stars.

  36. User avatar sharron.yundt48 says:

    4 stars
    I was a bit skeptical at first, but wow, it turned out really well. The chicken was tender, but I think I added too much miso. Next time less!

  37. User avatar garrett.kemmer says:

    5 stars
    I made this for dinner last night and my family loved it! So much flavor! 😋

  38. 2 stars
    Ramen?? This is totally not how you make it! I grew up eating real ramen in Japan and this is too easy.

  39. User avatar detra.goodwin19 says:

    1 star
    Too complicated for my liking. I prefer just regular ramen. 1 star.

  40. 5 stars
    This ramen is heavenly! I added some chili oil, delicious!

    1. User avatar salvatore.bogisich94 says:

      5 stars
      Wow, chili oil sounds like a great addition! I gotta try that next time. Thanks for the tip!

  41. User avatar antione.kutch1987 says:

    5 stars
    This turned out amazing! The flavors were perfect, and my family loved it! Definitely a keeper.

  42. User avatar ronald.rohan66 says:

    2 stars
    I can’t believe people actually cook with chicken thighs. Why not just use breast? 🤔

  43. User avatar hong.schamberger says:

    3 stars
    So, umm, can you use beef instead of chicken? Asking for a friend. 😂

    1. User avatar douglas.hansen0 says:

      4 stars
      I don’t see why not! Just cook the beef really well because some people don’t like it rare. 😅

  44. User avatar terence.wilkinson57 says:

    5 stars
    Easy to follow and delicious! I cut down on the soy sauce and it was still great. 5 stars!

  45. User avatar genaro.sawayn52 says:

    2 stars
    Waste of chicken. I followed everything and it came out bland. Maybe I did it wrong?

  46. 3 stars
    Is there a way to make it spicier? I love kick in my food!

  47. User avatar Flossie Lebsack says:

    5 stars
    Why do people think ramen is hard? This was super simple. Great recipe!

  48. User avatar rozanne.dickens1986 says:

    1 star
    Idk if I did it wrong but my noodles got all mushy and gross. 😖

    1. User avatar gilma.sawayn75 says:

      2 stars
      Did you really follow the instruction? Noodles shouldn’t be mushy if cooked right. Seems like something went wrong. 🤔

    2. User avatar kathlene.dibbert2021 says:

      4 stars
      Same here! I think I overcooked mine too. Maybe try cooking the noodles separately next time? 😅

  49. User avatar Deep Thought says:

    3 stars
    Tried it but the miso was too salty for my taste. Could maybe use less?

  50. 3 stars
    I follow the instructions but something was off. My chicken was kinda dry. Maybe I cooked it too long?

    1. User avatar jeramy.cummings4 says:

      5 stars
      I think the chicken might have cooked too long for sure! Next time, try checking it a little earlier. It should be juicy! 😊

  51. User avatar Christena Bogan says:

    2 stars
    I’m not a fan of miso. This was just too salty for my taste. Maybe I did something wrong?

  52. User avatar ludie.fisher80 says:

    5 stars
    Simple and so delish! My kids even ate it!!!

  53. User avatar The Allitnils says:

    2 stars
    Looks good but I don’t like miso. Can I use regular sauce?

  54. User avatar lavera.steuber18 says:

    2 stars
    I followed the recipe but it didn’t taste like the ramen from my fav restaurant. Kinda disappointed.

  55. User avatar jae.leuschke says:

    3 stars
    No offense, but is this really authentic ramen? I mean, where’s the pork?

    1. User avatar lynda.prosacco1976 says:

      4 stars
      Authentic?! This is a fusion recipe! Give it a try before judging! 🤷‍♂️

  56. User avatar jamie.mckenzie61 says:

    4 stars
    Yummy! Not sure about the eggs tho, can we just use boiled ones?

    1. User avatar Lacy DuBuque says:

      3 stars
      I dunno, eggs r eggs. Soft-boiled just makes it better. But if u like them hard, try it! 🤷‍♂️

    2. User avatar suspiciousCommentator says:

      4 stars
      Using boiled eggs instead of soft-boiled is a fine swap! Just expect a different texture. But hey, if it tastes good to you, go for it! 🥚

  57. User avatar dorotha.kuhlman93 says:

    4 stars
    I don’t have green onions so I skip that. Still good though!

    1. 4 stars
      Glad it still turned out good! I usually skip the green onions too. Taste just as good!

    2. 2 stars
      Without green onions??? Really? You’re missin’ out! They add so much flavor!

  58. User avatar theresia.johnson says:

    3 stars
    Mushrooms? No thanks, I hate those things. Will try without next time.

    1. 4 stars
      I totally get it! Mushrooms can be weird for some people. The ramen will still be great without them!

    2. User avatar lorenzo.effertz says:

      2 stars
      Nah, man! The mushrooms are what make it tasty! You don’t know what you’re missing!

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