Fiery Chicken Ramen: Bold & Comforting
Indulge in the heartwarming and delicious experience of Fiery Chicken Ramen: Bold & Comforting. This dish combines tender chicken marinated in a spicy blend, served over ramen noodles and draped in a luscious creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this recipe delivers big flavor in just 30 minutes. Customize the spice level to suit your palate, and enjoy every comforting bowl filled with rich textures and delightful aromas. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, you’ll find yourself reaching for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ cups heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- ½ cup shredded carrots (optional, for crunch)
- Sesame seeds & nori strips, for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Combine soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Toss in sliced chicken and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the marinated chicken until golden brown and fully cooked (about 5-6 minutes).
- Make the creamy garlic sauce: Sauté minced garlic in melted butter until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth; season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Prepare the ramen noodles: Boil water and cook ramen noodles according to package instructions (about 3-4 minutes). Drain.
- Assemble bowls: Toss noodles with sesame oil. Spoon creamy garlic sauce over noodles and top with cooked chicken, green onions, and carrots if desired.
- Garnish: Finish with sesame seeds and nori strips before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 155mg