Description
Irresistible Fiery Chicken Ramen With Creamy Garlic Sauce is a dish that tantalizes your taste buds and warms your soul. This delectable recipe combines the heat of spicy chicken with a rich, creamy garlic sauce to create a bowl of ramen that is positively unforgettable. Each slurp of noodles blends layers of flavors that bring a satisfying complexity to this favorite Japanese dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 packs of ramen noodles
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for spice level)
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup baby spinach
- ½ cup scallions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon corn starch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather and measure all the ingredients before starting. It makes the cooking process smoother.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove and let rest.
- Make the Broth: In a pot, combine chicken broth, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic, and ginger. Bring it to a boil.
- Cook the Ramen: Add ramen noodles to the boiling broth and cook according to package instructions, usually around 3-4 minutes.
- Prepare Creamy Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix the heavy cream and corn starch liquid. Slowly add it to the broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Slice the Chicken: While the noodles are cooking, thinly slice the cooked chicken thighs.
- Combine Ingredients: Once the noodles are cooked, add spinach and scallions to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- Finish the Dish: Add sliced chicken back into the pot, ensuring everything is well mixed and heated through.
- Serve Immediately: Ladle the ramen into bowls, making sure to include noodles, chicken, and vegetables in each serving.
- Garnish: Drizzle with sesame oil and a touch more sriracha for additional heat before serving.
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Opt for the freshest vegetables and herbs for maximum flavor in your broth.
- Adjust Consistency: If you prefer a thinner sauce, reduce the amount of corn starch or add more chicken broth.
- Top with Lime: A squeeze of fresh lime juice right before serving can enhance the dish’s vibrant flavors.
- Vegetarian Adaptation: Substitute chicken with tofu or mushrooms for a plant-based option.
- Seafood Twist: Replace chicken with shrimp or scallops for a delightful seafood ramen experience.
- Different Noodles: Use udon or soba noodles instead of ramen for a different texture and flavor.
- Storage: Store any leftover ramen in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: To freeze, separate the noodles from the broth and chicken. The broth can be frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat and cook fresh noodles when ready to serve.
- Gluten-Free Alternative: Use gluten-free ramen or other gluten-free noodles, and ensure the soy sauce is gluten-free as well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: N/A