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Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Spicy Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce to Warm Your Soul

This Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a quick, comforting, and customizable dish that warms your heart.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder reduce for milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil any high smoke point oil can work
For the Broth
  • 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
For the Noodles and Garnish
  • 8 ounces ramen noodles substitute with udon or soba
  • 2 stalks green onion chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chili oil optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • saucepan
  • pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Coat the boneless, skinless chicken thighs thoroughly with the spice mix. Allow the chicken to sit for about 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the marinated chicken, searing for 5-7 minutes per side until golden-brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and let it rest before slicing.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt two tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently, and allow to simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the ramen noodles until tender but firm, about 3-4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  5. In the skillet used for the chicken, add a splash of sesame oil and sauté minced garlic until aromatic. Pour in chicken broth and soy sauce, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Divide the cooked ramen noodles into bowls. Ladle the spicy broth over the noodles, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle the creamy garlic sauce. Finish with green onions and chili oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Adjust spice levels to preference and use tofu for a vegetarian option with vegetable broth.

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