Description
This Spicy Chicken Ramen features a rich, flavorful broth made with ginger, garlic, and chili garlic sauce, combined with tender cooked chicken and perfectly cooked ramen noodles. Topped with green onions, a ramen egg, and a drizzle of sesame oil, this comforting dish is ready in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Broth Ingredients
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 8 cups low sodium chicken stock
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup chili garlic sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup sake (substitute dry white wine)
- 1/8 cup rice vinegar
Main Ingredients
- 4 packages ramen noodles (without seasoning packets)
- 3 cups cooked, chopped chicken
- 6 ramen eggs (optional)
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for finishing)
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatics: Heat the butter in a Dutch oven or a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until they start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, which builds the base flavor of the broth.
- Make the broth: Pour in the chicken stock, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, brown sugar, sake, and rice vinegar. Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it gently simmer for 5 minutes to allow all flavors to meld together.
- Cook the noodles: While the broth simmers, cook the ramen noodles according to the package directions, omitting the seasoning packets. Once cooked, drain the noodles thoroughly.
- Assemble the ramen bowls: Divide the drained noodles evenly into six bowls. Ladle the hot broth over the noodles to cover them well.
- Add toppings: Top each bowl with shredded cooked chicken, a generous sprinkle of chopped green onions, and a ramen egg if using. Finish each bowl with a drizzle of sesame oil and, if desired, sprinkle sesame seeds and add a splash of sriracha for extra heat.
Notes
- This spicy chicken ramen offers a flavorful and warming meal that combines tender chicken, rich broth, and classic ramen toppings.
- The recipe can be ready in under 20 minutes, making it a perfect quick dinner option.
- Using low sodium chicken stock allows better control over the saltiness of the final dish.
- Ramen eggs are optional but add richness and authenticity; they can be prepared in advance.
- For a spicier kick, add extra chili garlic sauce or sriracha according to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 594 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 2740 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 61 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 199 mg
