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Fiery Chicken Ramen With Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe

ByVictor Layne October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

Introduction

This Fiery Chicken Ramen with Creamy Garlic Sauce combines bold, spicy flavors with a rich, velvety finish. It’s a satisfying and comforting dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or whenever you crave something warm and flavorful.

The dish is a bowl of ramen with rich, creamy orange broth filling the bowl. There are five pieces of grilled chicken with a dark brown, crispy crust placed on one side. Next to the chicken, there is bright green cooked spinach. Halved soft-boiled eggs with shiny, golden yolks and white edges are arranged near the front. In the center, curly ramen noodles peek out from the broth, topped with finely chopped green onions and thin, red chili threads. The bowl is textured with earth tones and greenish accents, sitting on a white marbled surface. A pair of wooden chopsticks rests on the rim of the bowl. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds total)
4 cups chicken broth
2 blocks ramen noodles
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small piece ginger, grated (about 1 inch)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons chili paste (adjust for spice tolerance)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 cup heavy cream
2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the pot. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
Step 3: In the same pot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce, and chili paste. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 5: Add the ramen noodles to the pot and cook according to package instructions until tender, usually about 4 minutes.
Step 6: While the noodles cook, prepare the creamy garlic sauce. In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over low heat. Whisk in the sesame oil until fully combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 7: Once the noodles are cooked, divide them into serving bowls. Top each bowl with sliced chicken and ladle the spicy broth over the noodles.
Step 8: Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce over the top and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot.

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add more chili paste or include sliced fresh chili peppers when sautéing the garlic and ginger.
Use a rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor if you’re short on time.
Swap heavy cream for coconut milk for a dairy-free option with a subtle sweetness.
Add vegetables like bok choy or mushrooms to the broth for more texture and nutrients.

Storage

Store leftover ramen components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the broth and chicken gently on the stove, then cook fresh noodles or reheat them briefly before assembling. Add the creamy garlic sauce just before serving to maintain its texture.

How to Serve

A bowl of creamy orange broth ramen is filled with wavy light yellow noodles on the right side, topped with finely chopped bright green scallions and a small heap of red chili powder. On the left side, there are five thick slices of grilled chicken with a dark crispy brown crust. Below the chicken, there is a small bunch of dark green wilted spinach. Two soft-boiled eggs with bright yellow yolks and a sprinkling of red spice sit near the front. A few thin strands of red chili threads are placed in the center. The bowl is white with a rustic, speckled brown outer texture, placed on a white marbled surface with wooden chopsticks resting along the rim. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of noodle?

Yes, you can substitute ramen noodles with udon, soba, or even spaghetti if needed; just adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Is the creamy garlic sauce necessary?

The creamy garlic sauce adds a rich contrast to the spicy broth but can be omitted if you prefer a lighter ramen. You can also drizzle with sesame oil alone for a simpler finish.