Fiery Chicken Ramen Bowl (Printer View)

Tender chicken and springy noodles in a spicy creamy garlic broth topped with fresh green onions.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
02 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
03 - 1 teaspoon paprika
04 - ½ teaspoon salt
05 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
06 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

→ Creamy Garlic Sauce

07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon butter
09 - ¼ cup heavy cream

→ Broth

10 - 720 ml chicken broth
11 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
12 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
13 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
14 - ¼ cup heavy cream

→ Noodles & Garnish

15 - 2 packs ramen noodles (fresh or dried, about 7 oz)
16 - 1 green onion, chopped
17 - 1 teaspoon chili oil (optional)

# Method:

01 - In a bowl, combine chicken with chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and let rest for 3 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - Prepare ramen noodles following package instructions. Drain and keep warm.
05 - Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Add chicken broth, soy sauce, and heavy cream. Simmer gently for 5 minutes and adjust seasoning if needed.
06 - Divide noodles evenly into four bowls. Ladle hot broth over noodles. Top with sliced chicken and drizzle creamy garlic sauce on top.
07 - Sprinkle chopped green onions and drizzle chili oil if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • For extra heat add more chili powder to the chicken or use spicy ramen noodles
  • Substitute coconut cream for heavy cream for a dairy free version
03 -
  • Marinate chicken to infuse flavors fully
  • Use fresh ramen noodles for best texture
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