Japanese chicken miso soup
This miso soup recipe contains nutrients to support your immunity and for healthy digestion and blood.
Ingredients
- 2 miso soup sachets (or use miso from a jar)
- 2 cooked chicken breasts (or use tofu)
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 tsp fresh grated ginger
- 8 sliced shitake mushrooms
- Handful of shredded kale (lightly steamed or raw)
(Serves 2)
Preparation method
- Make the miso soup with boiling water as per the instructions
- Add all of the other ingredients
- Enjoy!
Nutritional information
Miso is a form of fermented soya, enjoyed by the Japanese. It’s thought that fermented soya is one of the reasons for the good health and longevity of the Japanese.
The shitake mushrooms added to this soup provide extra support to the immune system. The ginger is flavoursome and warming, as well as having benefits for the digestive system. Kale is a good source of fibre for digestion and vitamin K for healthy blood.
Last updated Monday 26 October 2026
First published on Thursday 7 January 2016