Description
This Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a deliciously spicy and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, al dente ramen noodles, and a rich, creamy garlic sauce with a kick of sriracha and chili flakes. Perfect for a quick yet indulgent weeknight dinner, this recipe delivers bold Asian fusion flavors balanced with a luxurious texture.
Ingredients
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Ramen Noodles
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
Chicken Marinade
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced thin
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
Cooking Fats and Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Extra sriracha for drizzle
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Prepare the ramen noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set them aside to keep warm while you prepare the rest of the dish.
- Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, toss the thinly sliced chicken breast with soy sauce, sriracha, and chili flakes until evenly coated. This will infuse the chicken with bold, spicy flavors.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken slices and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken turns golden brown and is fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, making sure not to burn it.
- Make the roux and sauce: Sprinkle in the flour and whisk continuously to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the whole milk, chicken broth, and heavy cream, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook the sauce for about 5 minutes, or until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Finish the sauce: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until the sauce is smooth and cheesy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Combine noodles and chicken: Add the cooked ramen noodles and chicken back into the skillet with the creamy garlic sauce. Toss everything together thoroughly so that each noodle strand and piece of chicken is coated with the sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Serve the ramen hot, garnished with sliced green onions and an extra drizzle of sriracha for added heat and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by reducing or increasing the amount of sriracha and chili flakes according to your preference.
- For extra vegetables, stir in sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers before serving to enhance flavor and nutrition.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce sodium content if desired.
- Substitute whole milk and heavy cream with lactose-free alternatives for those with lactose intolerance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
