Chicken and sweet potato miso soup

Summary

Imagine a warm bowl of Chicken and sweet potato miso soup on a chilly day. This is the comfort food of dreams, bringing together the rich flavors of chicken, the sweetness of sweet potatoes, and the umami punch of miso. Perfect for those seeking a health boost, this recipe is brimming with nutrition. Dive in, and let’s whip up this magical concoction.

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts (about 1 lb or 450g)
• 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs or 680g), peeled and cubed
• 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth
• 2 tbsp (30ml) white miso paste
• 1 inch (2.5cm) fresh ginger, grated
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
• 1 tsp (5ml) sesame oil
• 1 cup (240ml) water
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Time:

Preparation: 15 minutes | Cooking: 25 minutes

Serves: 4

Nutritional Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 24g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 6g
• Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 55mg
• Sodium: 870mg

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chicken breasts and cook until lightly browned on both sides.
3. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
4. In the same pot, add the sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes or until aromatic.
5. Toss in the cubed sweet potatoes. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Pour in the chicken broth and water.
7. Return the chicken to the pot.
8. Let the mixture come to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
9. In a separate bowl, dilute the miso paste with a bit of hot broth from the pot, ensuring there are no clumps.
10. Add the diluted miso back into the pot. Stir well.
11. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
12. Once the Chicken and sweet potato miso soup is done, serve hot and garnish with green onions.

Tips

1. Opt for organic miso paste if available. It often has a richer flavor.
2. If you prefer your soup chunky, cube your sweet potatoes larger.
3. Chicken thighs can be a flavorful alternative to chicken breasts in this soup.
4. Always dilute miso paste separately to avoid clumps in your soup.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve your Chicken and sweet potato miso soup with a side of warm whole grain bread.
• Consider a sprinkle of sesame seeds on top for added crunch.
• For those looking for a spicy kick, a dash of chili oil or red pepper flakes can elevate the taste.

Here at AH7, we believe in providing our readers with nourishing, delicious recipes that don’t compromise on taste. The Chicken and sweet potato miso soup not only warms your soul but also ensures you’re packing in those nutrients. Perfect for those evenings when you want something comforting but nutritious. Dig in and enjoy every sip!

CHICKEN AND SWEET POTATO MISO SOUP

Imagine a warm bowl of Chicken and sweet potato miso soup on a chilly day. This is the comfort food of dreams, bringing together the rich flavors of chicken, the sweetness of sweet potatoes, and the umami punch of miso. Perfect for those seeking a health boost, this recipe is brimming with nutrition. Dive in, and let’s whip up this magical concoction.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

CHICKEN AND SWEET POTATO MISO SOUP

Amount per Serving

Calories

270

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

6

g

9

%

Cholesterol

 

55

mg

18

%

Sodium

 

870

mg

38

%

Carbohydrates

 

30

g

10

%

Fiber

 

4

g

17

%

Sugar

 

6

g

7

%

Protein

 

24

g

48

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts about 1 lb or 450g
• 2 medium sweet potatoes about 1.5 lbs or 680g, peeled and cubed
• 4 cups 950ml chicken broth
• 2 tbsp 30ml white miso paste
• 1 inch 2.5cm fresh ginger, grated
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 2 green onions sliced
• 1 tbsp 15ml olive oil
• 1 tsp 5ml sesame oil
• 1 cup 240ml water
• Salt to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

• In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the chicken breasts and cook until lightly browned on both sides.
• Remove the chicken and set it aside.
• In the same pot, add the sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes or until aromatic.
• Toss in the cubed sweet potatoes. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Pour in the chicken broth and water.
• Return the chicken to the pot.
• Let the mixture come to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
• In a separate bowl, dilute the miso paste with a bit of hot broth from the pot, ensuring there are no clumps.
• Add the diluted miso back into the pot. Stir well.
• Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
• Once the Chicken and sweet potato miso soup is done, serve hot and garnish with green onions.

Notes

TIPS

Opt for organic miso paste if available. It often has a richer flavor.
If you prefer your soup chunky, cube your sweet potatoes larger.
Chicken thighs can be a flavorful alternative to chicken breasts in this soup.
Always dilute miso paste separately to avoid clumps in your soup.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Serve your Chicken and sweet potato miso soup with a side of warm whole grain bread.
Consider a sprinkle of sesame seeds on top for added crunch.
For those looking for a spicy kick, a dash of chili oil or red pepper flakes can elevate the taste.