Description

A cozy, garlic-forward chicken ramen with a savory miso-soy broth, tender chicken, and springy noodles—fast enough for weeknights and satisfying enough to crave again tomorrow.

Ingredients

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1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts)

1 tbsp soy sauce (for chicken)

1 tbsp cornstarch

1 tsp toasted sesame oil

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 tbsp neutral oil (canola, avocado, or grapeseed)

2 tbsp unsalted butter

8 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 1/2 tbsp)

1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

6 cups (1.4 L) chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)

2 tbsp soy sauce (for broth, plus more to taste)

1 tbsp miso paste (white or yellow)

1 tbsp brown sugar

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1–2 tsp chili garlic sauce (optional, to taste)

3 packs ramen noodles (about 9 oz/255 g), seasoning packets discarded

4 cups (120 g) baby spinach (or bok choy)

1 cup (90 g) sliced mushrooms (optional)

3 green onions, thinly sliced

1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Optional toppings: 4 soft-boiled eggs, nori strips, 1 cup (165 g) corn kernels, extra chili garlic sauce

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Instructions

1. Toss chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.

2. Heat 2 tbsp neutral oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.

3. Reduce heat to medium. Add 2 tbsp butter, then add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

4. Add chicken broth and scrape up browned bits. Whisk in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp miso paste, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and chili garlic sauce (if using). Simmer 5 minutes.

5. Add mushrooms (if using) and simmer 2–3 minutes. Add ramen noodles and cook 2–3 minutes (or per package).

6. In the last minute, stir in spinach until wilted. Slice chicken and add back to the pot or divide into bowls. Top with green onions and sesame seeds (and optional toppings). Serve hot.

Notes

For best texture, store leftover broth and noodles separately; noodles absorb broth as they sit.

Dissolve miso in a little hot broth first if you want an extra-smooth broth.

Adjust flavor at the end: more soy sauce for salt, vinegar for brightness, brown sugar for balance.

Mouthwatering Garlic Chicken Ramen Slurp Worthy Magic

Garlic-forward chicken ramen with a savory miso-soy broth, tender seared chicken, and springy noodles for a cozy, slurp-worthy dinner at home.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes