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Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce for Cozy Nights

A delightful balance of fiery and creamy flavors, this Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a quick weeknight favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ramen
  • 4 oz Ramen Noodles Fresh or instant.
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breast.
  • 2 tbsp Chili Paste Sambal oelek recommended.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half.
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Spinach Fresh.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chopped for garnish.
For Cooking
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Extra virgin recommended.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot for Cooking Noodles

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions, usually around 3-4 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté seasoned chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Lower the heat and add minced garlic and chili paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously and allowing to simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
  5. Add spinach and green onions to the skillet, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
  6. Toss the cooked ramen noodles into the skillet, ensuring they are well coated with the sauce, and heat through for 2 minutes.
  7. Plate the ramen and garnish with remaining green onions, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Adjust chili paste based on preferred spice level and use fresh garlic for best flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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