Description
This Chicken Ramen Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful weeknight meal combining tender chicken, vibrant fresh vegetables, and saucy ramen noodles. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a one-pan dish perfect for busy schedules, featuring savory soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and toasted sesame oil for an irresistible Asian-inspired flavor. Highly customizable and easy to prepare, this recipe is your new go-to for a satisfying, wholesome dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, sliced into thin strips
Noodles
- 2 packs instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packet) or 7 oz fresh ramen noodles
Vegetables
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Sauce & Flavorings
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon freshly minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
- 1 tablespoon freshly minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil, plus more if needed
- Optional: chili flakes or sriracha to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the chicken into thin, uniform strips for quick and even cooking. Chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic and ginger finely so they’re ready to use.
- Cook the Ramen Noodles: Boil ramen noodles according to package directions, omitting the seasoning packets. Drain the noodles and set aside; they will finish cooking in the stir fry.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Stir Fry the Vegetables: In the same pan, add a little more sesame oil if needed. Add minced garlic and ginger and sauté for a few seconds until fragrant. Add bell peppers, carrots, snap peas, or your chosen vegetables. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Combine Everything Together: Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Add the cooked ramen noodles, soy sauce, and a splash of sesame oil. Toss everything together well and heat through, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated and mixed.
- Final Touches and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add chili flakes or drizzle sriracha if you want extra heat. Garnish with sliced green onions or toasted sesame seeds, then serve hot.
Notes
- Cut chicken and vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Cook on high heat to achieve a good sear and keep vegetables crisp.
- Undercook noodles slightly when boiling to prevent mushiness after stir frying.
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor impact.
- Have all ingredients prepped ahead to speed up the cooking process.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Chicken ramen stir fry, quick chicken stir fry, easy ramen recipe, weeknight dinner, Asian stir fry
