Description
Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce is the ultimate comfort food that brings a delightful combination of bold flavors and creamy richness to your table. This dish features succulent chicken, seasoned with a spicy rub, complemented by a velvety garlic sauce that balances out the heat perfectly. Ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this ramen is not only satisfying but also easy to customize according to your taste preferences. Whether you prefer it extra spicy or loaded with fresh vegetables, this recipe caters to all! Dive into a bowl of deliciousness that feels like a warm hug on a chilly evening.
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 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 packs ramen noodles (fresh or dried)
- 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon chili oil (optional, for extra heat)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken evenly with the spice mix and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Allow it to rest before slicing.
- For the creamy garlic sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, add minced garlic, sauté until fragrant, then stir in heavy cream and let thicken.
- Cook ramen noodles in boiling water according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In another pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat, sauté minced garlic until aromatic. Add chicken broth and soy sauce along with heavy cream; simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Assemble by placing noodles in bowls, pouring broth over them, topping with sliced chicken and drizzling with creamy garlic sauce.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and optional chili oil for extra heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg