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Juicy Chicken Ramen Stir Fry Recipe Easy 20-Minute Dinner Idea

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A quick and flavorful one-pan meal combining juicy chicken, stir-fried veggies, and chewy ramen noodles tossed in a savory sauce. Ready in about 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 packs ramen noodles (about 6 oz / 170g each), seasoning packets discarded
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas, trimmed
  • 1 small bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces (about 1-inch cubes). Shred the carrots, slice the bell pepper thinly, trim snap peas, mince garlic, and grate fresh ginger. Slice green onions and set aside for garnish.
  2. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook ramen noodles according to package instructions (usually 3-4 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if using. Set this sauce aside.
  4. Place your wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and let it get hot but not smoking (about 1-2 minutes).
  5. Add chicken pieces in a single layer (don’t overcrowd the pan) and let cook without moving for about 2 minutes to get a good sear. Then stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and juicy. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  6. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Toss in garlic and ginger and stir quickly for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add carrots, bell pepper, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until veggies are crisp-tender.
  7. Return chicken to the pan, add the drained noodles, and pour the sauce over everything. Toss gently with tongs or a spatula to coat evenly and warm through for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat, sprinkle sliced green onions on top, and serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor. To keep chicken juicy, cook in batches without overcrowding the pan and let it brown well on one side before stirring. Rinse noodles after boiling to prevent overcooking. Adjust sauce thickness with a splash of water or chicken broth if needed. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.

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Keywords: chicken ramen stir fry, quick dinner, easy stir fry, ramen noodles, weeknight meal, one-pan meal, Asian stir fry

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