Description
A spicy and creamy ramen dish featuring tender chicken and a rich garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 8 ounces ramen noodles
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (for creamy garlic sauce)
- 2 tablespoons sour cream (for creamy garlic sauce)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for creamy garlic sauce)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for creamy garlic sauce)
- Salt and pepper to taste (for creamy garlic sauce)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine chicken broth, soy sauce, sriracha, and sesame oil. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- In a separate pot, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in baby spinach and cooked ramen noodles, mixing well to combine.
- Pour the broth mixture over the noodles and chicken, stirring to heat through.
- For the creamy garlic sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Serve the ramen in bowls, drizzling the creamy garlic sauce on top. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
- For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or more sriracha to the broth.
- Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg