Description
Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a deliciously bold dish that perfectly balances heat and comfort. With succulent chicken, chewy ramen noodles, and a rich, creamy garlic sauce, this recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal. The standout garlicky drizzle enhances the spicy flavors, making it a must-try for spice lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 packs ramen noodles (fresh or dried)
- 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon chili oil (optional, for extra heat)
Instructions
- Season chicken with chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper; marinate for 15 minutes.
- Sear the chicken in a skillet until golden brown and cooked through (5-7 minutes on each side); let rest before slicing.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic; stir in heavy cream until slightly thickened.
- Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions; drain.
- In another pot, heat sesame oil and sauté more garlic; add chicken broth and soy sauce along with heavy cream; simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Assemble bowls: place ramen noodles at the bottom, pour broth over, top with sliced chicken and creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added spice, drizzle with chili oil or include sliced jalapeños. Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like bok choy or mushrooms to enhance nutrition.