Description
A quick and comforting Chicken Ramen Stir Fry combining tender chicken, chewy ramen noodles, and crisp vegetables in a savory, umami-rich sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan dish is flavorful, family-friendly, and easily customizable to suit your preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, sliced into thin strips
Noodles
- 2 packages ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
Vegetables
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
- Optional: 1/2 cup carrots (julienned), 1/2 cup snap peas, or 1/2 cup broccoli florets
Sauce & Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnishes
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Optional: sesame seeds, crushed peanuts or cashews, thinly sliced chili peppers, lime wedges
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Slice the chicken into thin strips and chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic and ginger. Cook ramen noodles until just tender, then drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a bit of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips, season lightly with salt and pepper, and stir-fry until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Stir Fry Vegetables and Aromatics: In the same pan, add garlic, ginger, and your choice of vegetables. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp and aromatics fragrant.
- Combine Noodles and Chicken: Add cooked noodles and chicken back to the pan. Pour in soy sauce and drizzle sesame oil. Toss constantly to coat noodles evenly and warm through.
- Finish and Garnish: Turn off heat and sprinkle with chopped green onions and any optional toppings like sesame seeds or chili peppers. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the noodles — slightly undercook so they stay firm during stir-frying.
- Use medium-high heat for a quick sear that keeps chicken juicy.
- Prep all ingredients beforehand and keep them close for smooth cooking.
- Fresh garlic and ginger greatly enhance the flavor.
- Add sesame oil at the end to preserve its nutty aroma.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg