Description
This Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce recipe is a delicious twist on traditional ramen, featuring tender chicken in a spicy, creamy sauce. The dish is packed with flavor and perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Ramen Noodles:
2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning)
Chicken:
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs (sliced), 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sriracha (more to taste), salt and pepper to taste
Creamy Garlic Sauce:
4 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tablespoon butter, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1½ cups chicken broth, ½ cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon chili flakes
Garnish:
2 green onions (sliced), 1 soft-boiled egg per serving (optional), sesame seeds and fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Cook Ramen Noodles: Prepare ramen noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Sauté Chicken: Season chicken with soy sauce, sriracha, salt, and pepper. Sauté in sesame oil until cooked through and slightly crispy. Set aside.
- Make Creamy Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, then stir in flour to make a roux. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and cream. Add chili flakes and simmer until thickened.
- Combine: Return chicken to the skillet, add cooked noodles, and toss until heated through.
- Serve: Divide into bowls, top with green onions, sesame seeds, soft-boiled eggs, and cilantro.
Notes
- Adjust heat level by varying sriracha and chili flakes.
- For a dairy-free option, use coconut milk instead of cream.
- Enhance with sautéed spinach, bok choy, or mushrooms for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
