Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic sauce

Craving a spicy, creamy, and indulgent ramen dish? This Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce is the ultimate comfort food that combines bold heat with a silky smooth sauce. Tender chicken strips are marinated in a spicy blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and spices, then cooked to perfection. The creamy garlic sauce, enriched with Parmesan cheese, adds a luxurious touch to the dish. Topped with fresh green onions, shredded carrots, a soft-boiled egg, and garnished with sesame seeds and nori strips, this ramen bowl is both satisfying and visually appealing. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner or impressing guests with a restaurant-quality meal at home.

🧄 Ingredients

For the Spicy Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon chili powder

• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1½ cups heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)

• ½ cup chicken broth

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

For the Ramen Bowl:

• 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

• ½ cup sliced green onions

• ½ cup shredded carrots (optional, for crunch)

• 1 soft-boiled egg, halved (for topping)

• Sesame seeds & nori strips, for garnish

🔪 Directions

Step 1: Marinate & Cook the Spicy Chicken

1. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.

2. Add the sliced chicken and toss to coat. Let marinate for 10 minutes while you prepare the sauce.

3. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Set aside.

Step 2: Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

2. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring constantly.

3. Add the salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, then let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

4. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth. Remove from heat.

Step 3: Cook the Ramen Noodles

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions.

2. Drain, toss with 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and set aside.

Step 4: Assemble the Ramen Bowls

1. Divide the ramen noodles into serving bowls.

2. Spoon the creamy garlic sauce over the noodles.

3. Top with the fiery chicken, green onions, shredded carrots, and a soft-boiled egg.

4. Garnish with sesame seeds and nori strips.

5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

📊 Nutritional Estimate (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 600 kcal

• Total Fat: 35 g

• Saturated Fat: 15 g

• Cholesterol: 120 mg

• Sodium: 900 mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 50 g

• Dietary Fiber: 3 g

• Sugars: 6 g

• Protein: 30 g