Savory Creamy Garlic Chicken Ramen
A comforting and flavorful ramen recipe featuring a creamy garlic broth, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked noodles, ideal for cozy nights and quick dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 packages (about 6.3 ounces total) ramen noodles, fresh or dried
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (shiitake or cremini, optional)
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season lightly with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden on the outside but still juicy inside. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add a touch more butter if needed. Toss in the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until fragrant and mushrooms soften, stirring frequently to avoid burning the garlic.
- Pour the chicken broth into a large pot and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Stir in the grated ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Slowly whisk in the heavy cream to the simmering broth. Keep the heat moderate so it doesn’t boil vigorously. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- While the broth simmers, cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions (usually 3-4 minutes in boiling water). Drain and set aside.
- Add the cooked chicken and sautéed garlic-mushroom mixture to the broth. Stir gently to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Divide the noodles between bowls and ladle the creamy garlic chicken broth over the top. Garnish with sliced green onions and extra cracked pepper if desired.
Notes
Do not rush the garlic sauté to avoid bitterness. Keep heat moderate when adding cream to prevent curdling. Rest cooked chicken before adding to broth to keep it juicy. Cook noodles just before serving to maintain texture. Adjust salt gradually due to broth and soy sauce saltiness. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or half-and-half. For gluten-free, use gluten-free noodles and tamari instead of soy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1/4 of
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 30
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