Description
A comforting and flavorful Chicken Udon Soup featuring tender shredded chicken, chewy udon noodles, and a savory broth infused with soy sauce, mirin, and a hint of sweetness. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
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Broth Ingredients
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tsp sugar
Main Ingredients
- 14 oz udon noodles (fresh or dried)
- 2 cups chicken breast (cooked and shredded)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
Instructions
- Boil Broth: In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Season Broth: Add soy sauce, mirin, and sugar to the boiling broth and stir to thoroughly combine the flavors.
- Simmer Broth: Reduce heat to low and allow the broth to simmer gently for 5 minutes to deepen the taste.
- Cook Noodles: While the broth is simmering, cook the udon noodles according to the package instructions until tender but still chewy. Drain and set aside.
- Assemble Bowls: Distribute the cooked noodles evenly among four serving bowls, then top each with shredded cooked chicken breast.
- Serve Soup: Ladle the hot, seasoned broth over the noodles and chicken, then garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh udon noodles for a softer texture or dried for convenience.
- Adjust soy sauce to taste for preferred saltiness.
- Shredded rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut to save time.
- For extra flavor, add a dash of sesame oil or sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top.
- This soup can be customized with vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
