Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe
A spicy and creamy chicken ramen bowl featuring tender seared chicken thighs, a rich garlic parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked instant ramen noodles. This fiery comfort meal balances heat with creamy indulgence, finished with optional toppings like green onions, sesame seeds, and soft-boiled eggs for an extra burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (or half & half for richness)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha or hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
Ramen
- 2 packs instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
Optional Toppings
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Soft-boiled eggs
- Chili oil
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Season thoroughly with smoked paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper to ensure flavorful spicy chicken.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear each side for 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove from heat and allow to rest briefly before slicing into strips.
- Prepare the Garlic Parmesan Sauce: In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Make the Roux: Stir in flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux that will thicken the sauce.
- Add Milk and Seasonings: Slowly whisk in the milk while continuously stirring to prevent lumps. Add soy sauce and sriracha, then allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens.
- Incorporate Cheese: Stir in the shredded parmesan cheese until fully melted. Taste and adjust salt as needed for seasoning.
- Cook the Ramen Noodles: Boil ramen noodles according to package instructions, discarding any seasoning packets. Drain the noodles thoroughly.
- Combine Noodles and Sauce: Toss the cooked noodles into the creamy garlic parmesan sauce, ensuring each strand is well coated with the sauce for maximum flavor.
- Assemble the Ramen Bowls: Divide the creamy garlic ramen between bowls. Top with the sliced spicy chicken strips.
- Add Garnishes and Serve: Garnish with optional green onions, sesame seeds, soft-boiled eggs, and a drizzle of chili oil if desired to add extra heat. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use chicken breasts instead of thighs, but thighs will be juicier and more flavorful.
- Adjust chili flakes and sriracha according to your heat preference.
- For a richer sauce, substitute milk with half & half or heavy cream.
- Soft-boiled eggs add extra protein and texture but are optional.
- To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and ramen noodles.
- Leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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