Spicy Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Spicy Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a comforting and quick meal that perfectly balances bold spicy heat with luscious creamy garlic richness. Featuring tender chicken, chewy ramen noodles, and a velvety sauce with a kick, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights and customizable to suit all taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free (use gluten-free soy sauce and gluten-free noodles)
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Noodles
- 2 servings fresh or dried ramen noodles (about 4 oz)
Garlic Sauce
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 1–2 tablespoons chili paste or chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Fresh Components
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- Fresh herbs (cilantro or basil), for garnish
Optional Vegetables
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup fresh spinach
Other
- 1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or sesame) for cooking
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare and Cook the Chicken: Slice the chicken into bite-sized strips and season lightly with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to keep warm.
- Sauté Aromatics and Build the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the chili paste or flakes, then pour in the heavy cream (or coconut milk) and soy sauce. Whisk together to form a silky, spicy garlic sauce and let it simmer gently until slightly thickened.
- Cook the Ramen Noodles: While the sauce simmers, cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions until just tender. Drain and set aside.
- Combine and Garnish: Add the cooked chicken back into the sauce, then toss in the noodles until everything is well coated. Heat through for 1-2 minutes to marry the flavors. Finish by sprinkling sliced green onions and fresh herbs on top for a bright, flavorful touch.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the richest, brightest flavor.
- Avoid overcooking the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
- Adjust the spice level gradually, tasting as you go to balance heat.
- Reserve some sauce to drizzle on top for extra creaminess.
- Garnish just before serving to preserve flavor and freshness of herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1/2 recipe)
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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