Garlic Chicken Ramen
Garlic Chicken Ramen is a comforting and flavorful meal featuring tender chicken simmered in a fragrant garlic-infused broth, paired with springy ramen noodles. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep, this recipe balances rich umami flavors with simple, fresh ingredients to deliver a satisfying bowl of warmth and comfort.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Gluten Free (use gluten-free soy sauce and noodles)
Protein
- Chicken breast or thighs – 500g (preferably boneless and skinless)
Broth Base
- Fresh garlic – 6 cloves, minced or thinly sliced
- Chicken broth – 6 cups (use high-quality or homemade)
- Soy sauce – 3 tbsp
- Sesame oil – 1 tbsp
Noodles and Garnishes
- Ramen noodles – 200g (fresh or dried, without seasoning)
- Green onions – 2 stalks, thinly sliced
Optional Vegetables
- Spinach – 1 cup
- Mushrooms – 1/2 cup, sliced
- Corn – 1/2 cup
- Prepare the Garlic Broth: Finely mince or thinly slice the fresh garlic. Sauté it gently in a pot with a little oil over medium heat until fragrant but not browned, forming the flavorful base of the broth.
- Cook the Chicken: Add boneless, skinless chicken pieces to the pot and sear them briefly to lock in juices. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, allowing the chicken to cook through and infuse the broth with flavor.
- Season the Soup: Stir in soy sauce and a splash of sesame oil once the chicken is tender. Taste and adjust seasoning to preference, balancing salty, savory, and garlicky notes.
- Cook the Noodles: In a separate pot, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions until just tender. Drain and set aside to prevent overcooking once added to the soup.
- Assemble and Serve: Divide cooked noodles into bowls, ladle the hot garlic chicken broth and chicken pieces over them, then top with fresh green onions and any optional vegetables. Serve immediately while warm and comforting.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the most vibrant flavor.
- Cook noodles separately and add at the end to keep them chewy.
- Simmer broth gently after adding chicken to maintain tenderness.
- Add soy sauce gradually as saltiness may vary.
- Use high-quality or homemade chicken broth for best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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