Description
Fiery Chicken Ramen is a flavorful and spicy Asian-inspired noodle soup featuring tender chicken thighs, a rich gochujang-infused broth, and vibrant vegetables, topped with soft-boiled eggs and garnishes for an extra kick.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved
Garnishes (Optional)
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Chili oil
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Season chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and soy sauce ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
- Cook Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes until browned and fully cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Create Broth Base: Stir in gochujang, sriracha, rice vinegar, and brown sugar to the aromatics. Mix well, then pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cook Noodles: Add the ramen noodles to the simmering broth and cook for 3–4 minutes until noodles are tender but not mushy.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the pot and add shredded carrots and baby spinach. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until the spinach is wilted and vegetables are warmed through.
- Serve: Divide the ramen into bowls, topping each with halved soft-boiled eggs, sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of chili oil if desired. Serve hot for best flavor.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by reducing the sriracha or gochujang to suit your taste.
- For a richer broth, simmer the broth longer before adding the noodles to deepen the flavors.
- Chicken breasts can be used as a substitute for thighs; tofu can replace chicken for a vegetarian option.
