Description
Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a deliciously spicy and comforting noodle dish featuring tender sautéed chicken seasoned with paprika, chili flakes, and cayenne pepper. Tossed in a rich, creamy garlic and Parmesan sauce, and topped with green onions, a soft-boiled egg, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh herbs, this quick stovetop meal offers a perfect balance of heat and creaminess in an Asian-inspired main course.
Ingredients
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Ramen and Chicken
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnishes
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 soft-boiled egg, halved
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Ramen Noodles: Prepare the ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain well and set aside to keep warm while preparing the rest of the dish.
- Sauté Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the sliced chicken with paprika, chili flakes, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Add to the skillet and sauté until the chicken is fully cooked through and nicely browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make Creamy Garlic Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium. In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the minced garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux, stirring constantly.
- Add Liquids: Slowly whisk in the whole milk and chicken broth to the roux, stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and begins to thicken slightly.
- Incorporate Cheese and Chicken: Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until melted and fully incorporated. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat it evenly with the creamy garlic sauce.
- Combine Noodles: Add the cooked ramen noodles to the skillet and gently toss everything together until the noodles are fully coated in the sauce and ingredients are well combined.
- Serve and Garnish: Divide the ramen among bowls. Top with sliced green onions, a halved soft-boiled egg, toasted sesame seeds, and optionally garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley. For extra heat, drizzle with sriracha or chili oil if desired before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a drizzle of sriracha or chili oil before serving.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut to save cooking time.
- Substitute whole milk with a dairy-free alternative to make the recipe lactose-free.
- Soft-boiled eggs can be prepared ahead and refrigerated to streamline serving.
- This dish can be made milder by reducing the chili flakes and cayenne pepper amounts.
