Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a bold and comforting dish combining tender chicken thighs, spicy broth, creamy garlic-infused sauce, and classic ramen noodles. Perfectly balancing heat and richness, this quick-to-make recipe delivers layers of flavor and vibrant textures for a cozy yet exciting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free (use gluten-free soy sauce and gluten-free ramen noodles)
Ingredients
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Protein
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
Noodles
- 200g ramen noodles
Broth & Sauce
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cream or coconut cream (for the creamy garlic sauce)
Garnishes
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Optional: toasted sesame seeds, chili oil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs generously with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red chili flakes. Heat a little oil in a pan over medium-high heat, then sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Build the Broth: In the same pan, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth and coconut milk. Stir in soy sauce, fresh lemon juice, and additional chili flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Simmer the Chicken: Return the seared chicken thighs to the broth. Cover the pan and simmer on low heat for approximately 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Cook the Ramen Noodles: While the chicken simmers, cook the ramen noodles separately according to package instructions until al dente. Drain them well and set aside.
- Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, combine freshly minced garlic with cream or coconut cream, mixing until you achieve a silky, smooth garlic sauce that will complement the spicy broth.
- Assemble and Serve: Divide the cooked noodles into deep bowls. Ladle the hot broth and tender chicken over the noodles. Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce on top, garnish with sliced green onions, and optionally sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or drizzle chili oil for extra flavor and visual appeal. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use bone-in chicken thighs for more flavor and tenderness.
- Cook noodles just until tender to avoid mushy texture.
- Adjust spice gradually to suit your heat preference.
- Use fresh minced garlic for the most vibrant creamy garlic sauce flavor.
- Allow the broth to simmer gently so flavors meld beautifully.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
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