Description
Warm up your weeknight with this fiery, creamy chicken ramen that’s both comforting and packed with bold flavors. Featuring juicy grilled chicken, a velvety garlic broth, and chewy ramen noodles, this easy dinner idea transforms a simple bowl of noodles into a soul-soothing meal. Perfect for quick meal prep or when you need cozy food ideas that don’t skimp on spice. A healthy snack alternative it is not, but a delicious indulgent dinner? Absolutely. Let the scent of garlic, the richness of cream, and the heat of chili make this dish your new favorite comfort food.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Ramen Broth:
1 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp red pepper flakes
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
½ cup heavy cream
2 tsp soy sauce
½ tsp miso paste (optional)
Salt, to taste
For the Noodles and Toppings:
2 packs ramen noodles
2 green onions, chopped
Chili oil or chili crisp (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine soy sauce, sesame oil, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken and marinate 20 minutes (or up to 4 hours).
- Cook the Chicken: Grill or pan-sear chicken 5-6 mins per side until charred and cooked through. Let rest and slice.
- Make the Broth: In a pot, melt butter and sauté garlic and red pepper flakes. Add broth, milk, cream, soy sauce, and miso. Simmer for 5-7 mins. Season with salt.
- Cook Noodles: Boil noodles separately, drain, and set aside.
- Assemble: Divide noodles into bowls, pour broth over, top with sliced chicken, green onions, and chili oil.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner