Spicy Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce
This spicy chicken ramen is a delightful blend of tender chicken, flavorful broth, and a silky garlic sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for a quick dinner, this recipe brings the warmth of Japan right to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 2 pieces chicken breast (can be replaced with tofu or tempeh)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons chopped garlic (do not burn)
- 2–3 tablespoons chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free option for gluten-sensitive)
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian version)
- 2 cups ramen noodles (udon or soba are also possible)
- 2 pieces green onions (for garnish)
- 2 pieces soft-boiled eggs (optional)
Instructions
- Start by preparing the ingredients: Cut the chicken breast into small pieces (about 2-3 cm) and finely chop the garlic. This should take about 5 minutes.
- Heat the sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are golden brown on all sides. Ensure the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
- Add the chopped garlic to the pot and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it as this will negatively affect the flavor.
- Stir in the chili paste and soy sauce, mixing well. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat and let the broth simmer for about 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Meanwhile, cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions, usually taking about 4-5 minutes. Make sure they are al dente.
- Once the broth is ready, add the cooked noodles to the pot and stir well. Let it sit on low heat for 1-2 minutes to combine the noodles with the broth.
- Serve the chicken ramen in bowls and garnish with green onions and optionally with a soft-boiled egg. Enjoy it hot!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg