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Japanese Chicken Udon

Tender chicken and chewy udon noodles in a savory dashi broth topped with green onions and nori. A comforting one-bowl Japanese classic ready in under 30 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
425
Protein
32g
Japanese Chicken Udon
japanesechickennoodlescomfort foodone-bowl meal

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cut chicken thighs into 0.75-inch cubes and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Slice green onions and tear nori into bite-sized pieces.

  3. Step 3

    Pour dashi stock into a medium pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

  4. Step 4

    Add chicken cubes and simmer for 8-10 minutes until cooked through.

  5. Step 5

    Stir in soy sauce, mirin, and salt, adjusting to taste.

  6. Step 6

    In a separate pot of boiling water, cook udon noodles according to package directions (usually 2-3 minutes fresh, 5 minutes frozen). Drain well.

  7. Step 7

    Divide cooked udon noodles between two bowls.

  8. Step 8

    Ladle hot broth and chicken over the noodles.

  9. Step 9

    Top with green onions, nori, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • medium pot (3-quart)
  • separate large pot
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • ladle
  • tongs
  • two soup bowls

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