Description
This Fiery Chicken Ramen recipe combines the heat of chili with the creamy comfort of garlic sauce, creating a flavorful and satisfying bowl. Tender chicken and perfectly cooked ramen noodles make it a weeknight winner!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the Broth:
3 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup heavy cream
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup heavy cream
For the Ramen:
2 packs ramen noodles (fresh or dried)
1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
1 teaspoon chili oil (optional, for extra heat)
Instructions
Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken with chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a pan and cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside. Slice into thin strips.
Make the Broth: In the same pan, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add chicken broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, and heavy cream. Stir well and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes.
Prepare the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a separate pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly until smooth.
Cook the Ramen: Cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions, then drain.
Assemble: In a bowl, place the cooked ramen noodles, pour the hot broth over the noodles, top with sliced chicken, creamy garlic sauce, green onions, and chili oil (if using). Serve hot!
Notes
Adjust spice level to taste. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Serve immediately for optimal noodle texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 200mg