Miso-Based Ozoni with Chicken and Grilled Mochi

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A rich and savory New Year’s soup featuring a miso broth, tender chicken pieces, and smoky grilled mochi rice cakes for satisfying warmth. This japanese-inspired new year ready in about 30 minutes pairs white miso paste, dashi stock, mochi rice cakes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.4 (8 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat and grill 4 pieces of mochi rice cakes for 2-3 minutes per side until puffed and lightly charred. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a medium pot, heat 4 cups dashi stock over medium heat. Add 8 oz bite-sized chicken thigh pieces and 1/2 cup carrot slices, simmering for 8 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Whisk 3 tbsp white miso paste with 1/2 cup hot broth from the pot until smooth, then stir it back into the pot along with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp sake. Do not boil after adding miso.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup chopped spinach leaves and cook for 1 minute until wilted.
  5. Step 5: Divide the grilled mochi among 4 bowls, ladle the miso broth with chicken and vegetables over the mochi, and garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onion stalks before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Based Ozoni with Chicken and Grilled Mochi take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Miso-Based Ozoni with Chicken and Grilled Mochi?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep white miso paste from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Based Ozoni with Chicken and Grilled Mochi?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Miso-Based Ozoni with Chicken and Grilled Mochi for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Miso-Based Ozoni with Chicken and Grilled Mochi?

Japanese new year like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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