Description
Creamy Chicken Ramen is a delightful fusion of traditional Japanese ramen and rich, creamy broth, offering a comforting meal thatโs both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- ๐ Ramen Noodles: 2 packs (discard seasoning packets)
- ๐ Cooked Chicken: 1 cup, shredded or diced
- ๐ง Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- ๐ง Green Onions: 2, chopped (whites and greens separated)
- ๐ฅ Chicken Broth: 2 cups
- ๐ฅ Soy Sauce: 1 tablespoon
- ๐ฅ Mirin (optional): 1 tablespoon
- ๐ฅ Heavy Cream: 1 cup
- ๐ฅ Sesame Oil: 1 teaspoon
- ๐ฅ Soft-Boiled Eggs: 2, halved
- ๐ฟ Fresh Spinach: 1 cup
- ๐ฅ Carrot: 1 small, julienned
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
Instructions
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Sautรฉ Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add sesame oil. Sautรฉ minced garlic and the white parts of the green onions until fragrant.
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Prepare Broth: Pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce, and mirin (if using). Bring to a simmer.
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Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream, mixing well to combine. Let the broth simmer gently for a few minutes.
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Cook Noodles: While the broth is simmering, cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked chicken, spinach, and carrots to the broth. Allow to heat through until the spinach wilts slightly.
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Assemble Bowls: Divide the cooked noodles into serving bowls. Ladle the creamy chicken and vegetable broth over the noodles.
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Garnish: Top each bowl with halved soft-boiled eggs and the green parts of the chopped green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: lunch
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion (Japanese-inspired)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg