Chicken Ramen Stir-Fry 

Chicken Ramen Stir-Fry is a delightful fusion dish that combines the comforting slurp of ramen noodles with the sizzling excitement of a stir-fry. This quick and flavorful meal features tender chicken pieces, crisp vegetables, and bouncy ramen noodles, all tossed together in a savory, umami-packed sauce. Unlike traditional ramen served in broth, this dish is drier and more reminiscent of lo mein or chow mein, offering a unique texture and flavor that sets it apart.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

For the Stir-Fry:

• 2 tablespoons vegetable or peanut oil

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thinly

• ½ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cups napa cabbage, shredded

• ½ cup green onions, sliced

• 9 ounces ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)

• Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

For the Sauce:

• ¼ cup soy sauce

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce

• 1 tablespoon honey

• 2 tablespoons sriracha

Directions

1. Cook the Ramen: Prepare the ramen noodles according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water before draining the noodles.

2. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, oyster sauce, honey, and sriracha until well combined.

3. Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken, season with black pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

4. Stir-Fry the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the sliced red bell pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook until aromatic, about 1 minute. Stir in the shredded napa cabbage and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

5. Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the cooked ramen noodles and prepared sauce. Pour in some of the reserved cooking water to help combine the sauce evenly. Stir in the sliced green onions and cook for an additional minute.

6. Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 550 kcal

• Protein: 35g

• Carbohydrates: 65g

• Fat: 15g

  • Saturated Fat: 3g

• Fiber: 3g

• Sugar: 10g

• Sodium: 900mg