Garlic Chicken Ramen
Garlic Chicken Ramen is a comforting and savory dish featuring tender chicken thighs, aromatic garlic, and chewy ramen noodles in a rich chicken broth. This quick and easy recipe blends bold, balanced flavors with cozy textures for a nourishing and satisfying meal perfect for weeknights or any time you crave a warm bowl of ramen.
- Author: Lucas
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Gluten Free
Protein
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Aromatics & Seasonings
- 4–6 fresh garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Broth & Noodles
- 4 cups high-quality chicken broth
- 200 g fresh or dried ramen noodles
Fresh Toppings
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Optional: soft-boiled eggs, mushrooms, corn, seaweed
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper. Heat a pan over medium-high heat, then cook the chicken until browned on all sides and fully cooked through, locking in the juices and building rich flavor.
- Sauté Garlic: Using the same pan, add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant and golden, being careful not to burn it. This creates the aromatic base for the broth.
- Make the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce, and sesame oil into the pan with garlic. Bring to a gentle simmer to let the flavors meld while you prepare the noodles.
- Cook the Noodles: Boil the ramen noodles separately according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse briefly to remove excess starch and prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Bowl: Place the cooked noodles in serving bowls, top with the garlic chicken, pour over the hot broth, and finish with fresh toppings like sliced green onions, soft-boiled eggs, or any other favorites.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder for the most authentic, deep flavor.
- Do not overcook the noodles; cook until just tender to maintain a perfect chewy texture.
- Simmer the broth gently instead of boiling to retain liquid and develop flavor.
- For enhanced umami, add a dash of fish sauce if desired.
- Pour hot broth over noodles and toppings immediately before serving to keep the dish warm and textures intact.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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