Description
Spicy, creamy, and packed with bold flavors, this Fiery Chicken Ramen is the ultimate comfort meal! Tender chicken, rich garlic-infused sauce, and perfectly cooked noodles come together for a dish that will have you coming back for more.
Ingredients
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For the Spicy Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp sriracha or chili paste
For the Ramen & Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to spice level)
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for a lighter option)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (or more for extra heat)
- 1 tsp honey (balances the heat)
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
For Toppings:
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 soft-boiled egg (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken:
- Season chicken with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and sriracha.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp).
- Remove from the pan, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
2. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, soy sauce, sriracha, honey, and sesame oil.
- Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
3. Cook the Ramen:
- While the sauce is simmering, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions.
- Drain and toss the noodles into the creamy garlic sauce, coating them well.
4. Assemble & Serve:
- Divide the creamy ramen into bowls.
- Top with sliced spicy chicken, green onions, carrots, cilantro, and a soft-boiled egg.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and drizzle extra sriracha if desired.
Notes
This Fiery Chicken Ramen is creamy, spicy, and packed with umami goodness—perfect for a cozy night in!
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