Description
Fiery chicken ramen with creamy garlic sauce combines tender chicken pieces marinated in soy sauce and paprika, simmered in a rich, velvety broth made with chicken broth, heavy cream, and chili sauce. Tossed with instant ramen noodles and garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, this dish delivers a satisfying spicy kick in every savory slurp.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 2 chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Sauce & Broth
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp chili sauce
Noodles & Garnish
- 2 packs instant ramen noodles (seasoning discarded)
- 3 stalks green onions (thinly sliced)
- Sesame seeds (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the bite-sized chicken pieces with soy sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Sauté Garlic and Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Make the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and chili sauce into the skillet. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook Ramen Noodles: Add the instant ramen noodles to the simmering broth. Cook until noodles are tender, about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally to keep noodles separate.
- Finish and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Ladle the ramen into bowls, garnish with thinly sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve hot for a comforting and spicy meal.
Notes
- For less heat, reduce or omit the chili sauce and add a splash of soy sauce for flavor.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control saltiness.
- Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- You can add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- Make sure to discard the seasoning packets from instant ramen to avoid excess sodium.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg