Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a vibrant and comforting dish combining tender chicken thighs, chewy ramen noodles, and a luscious garlicky cream sauce with a bold spicy kick. Perfect for cozy dinners, this recipe delivers a satisfying balance of heat and richness with simple ingredients and easy steps, finished with fresh green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free (use gluten free soy sauce and gluten free ramen noodles)
Ingredients
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Protein
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
Noodles
- 2 packs ramen noodles (fresh or dried)
Aromatics & Sauces
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil, plus extra for cooking and garnish
Garnishes
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- Optional: toasted sesame seeds, lime wedges
Seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken thighs lightly with salt and pepper. Heat a drizzle of sesame oil in a pan over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside briefly.
- Cook the Aromatics: In the same pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant but not burnt. Stir in chili paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Submerge the chicken thighs back into the broth, cover, and simmer gently until fully cooked and tender, about 20-25 minutes.
- Prepare the Noodles: While the chicken simmers, cook ramen noodles separately according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: Remove the cooked chicken from the broth and set aside. Stir heavy cream and soy sauce into the simmering broth and chili mixture, whisking until the sauce is smooth, rich, and slightly thickened with a bold garlicky flavor.
- Assemble the Bowl: Slice the rested chicken and return it to the sauce along with the cooked noodles. Gently toss everything together to coat evenly. Garnish with sliced green onions and an optional drizzle of sesame oil before serving.
Notes
- Start with less chili paste and add gradually to balance spice without overpowering the creamy sauce.
- Avoid overcooking noodles; drain immediately when done to retain chewiness.
- Use chicken thighs for juiciness and better flavor retention in simmered dishes.
- Freshly minced garlic provides better flavor than pre-minced garlic.
- Simmer gently to keep broth clear and prevent heavy cream from separating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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