Description
This Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a deliciously spicy and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, perfectly cooked ramen noodles, and a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Enhanced with smoked paprika, cayenne, and parmesan, this recipe delivers layers of flavor and a satisfying heat, perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
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Noodles and Chicken
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, sliced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or reserved pasta water)
Garnish (Optional)
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Boil water and cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions, excluding the seasoning packets. Once cooked, drain and set aside to keep warm.
- Season the chicken: In a bowl, season the sliced chicken thighs or breasts with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Cook the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Prepare the garlic sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Add cream and cheese: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently. Add grated Parmesan cheese and soy sauce. Allow the sauce to simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Adjust the sauce consistency: If the sauce is too thick, add chicken broth or reserved pasta water to loosen it to desired consistency.
- Combine chicken and noodles: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, then add the drained ramen noodles. Toss everything together carefully, ensuring the noodles and chicken are well coated in the creamy garlic sauce.
- Serve and garnish: Serve the fiery chicken ramen hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- Adjust the heat level by reducing or increasing the amount of cayenne pepper and crushed red pepper flakes.
- For an extra creamy and rich sauce, stir in a spoonful of cream cheese before adding the chicken.
- Top your ramen bowl with a soft-boiled egg for added protein and texture.
- This recipe adapts well to other proteins such as shrimp or tofu for alternative versions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
