Description
A spicy, creamy ramen dish with tender chicken, aromatic garlic sauce, and a rich broth that warms and satisfies.
Ingredients
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning)
- 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts), sliced into bite‑sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon gochujang or chili paste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Soft‑boiled eggs (for garnish)
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix the chicken slices with soy sauce and sesame oil. Let it rest for 10‑15 minutes.
- Sear the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium‑high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 4‑5 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Build the sauce: In the same pan, melt butter. Add minced garlic and chili flakes, sauté until fragrant (≈30 seconds). Stir in gochujang (or chosen chili paste), chicken broth, and brown sugar. Let it simmer for 2‑3 minutes.
- Add cream: Lower the heat and pour in heavy cream. Stir and simmer gently for another 2‑3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. The sauce should be silky and slightly thickened.
- Cook noodles: Meanwhile, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain.
- Assemble: Add noodles into the sauce, toss to coat. Divide into bowls. Top with the seared chicken, soft‑boiled eggs, chopped green onions, and sesame seeds. Add extra chili oil or flakes if desired.
Notes
- You can swap the chicken for tofu or beef if preferred.
- For a dairy‑free version, replace heavy cream with full‑fat coconut milk.
- Adjust the level of heat by reducing or increasing the amount of chili flakes or gochujang.
- Add vegetables like bok choy, mushrooms, or spinach to boost nutrition and color.
- Use low‑sodium broth and adjust seasoning to control sodium.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx.)
- Calories: ≈ 580 kcal
- Sugar: ≈ 5 g
- Sodium: ≈ 820 mg
- Fat: ≈ 28 g
- Saturated Fat: ≈ 10 g
- Carbohydrates: ≈ 55 g
- Fiber: ≈ 3 g
- Protein: ≈ 32 g
