Fiery Chicken Ramen

Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a bold and comforting twist on classic ramen. Tender, spicy chicken is seared and served with springy noodles bathed in a rich, garlicky-cream broth. Finished with chili heat and green onions, it’s an indulgent yet easy bowl that elevates your midweek dinner.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 2 packs fresh or dried ramen noodles

• 4 cups chicken broth

• 1 cup heavy cream (or milk)

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil (or olive oil)

• 1 tsp chili oil

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper

• Green onions, sliced for garnish

Directions

1. Marinate chicken: Season chicken pieces with soy sauce, chili powder, paprika, chili oil, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 30 minutes if time allows.

2. Sear chicken: Heat vegetable (or oil) in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 6–7 minutes.

3. Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté another minute until fragrant.

4. Simmer broth: Pour in chicken broth, bring to a gentle boil. Add ramen noodles and cook per packet directions (typically 3–5 minutes). 

5. Make creamy sauce: Lower heat to medium-low, stir in heavy cream and sesame oil, simmer 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

6. Serve: Divide noodles and broth into bowls, top with seared chicken pieces and garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrients (approximate per serving—makes 2)

• Calories: ~700–800 kcal (rich from cream and protein)

• Protein: High — chicken + broth base

• Fat: Moderate to high — heavy cream, oils

• Carbohydrates: Moderate — ramen noodles

• Fiber: Low

• Key nutrients: B-vitamins and protein from chicken; calcium and fat-soluble vitamins from cream; antioxidants from garlic and chili