Craving a quick, healthy, and incredibly flavorful meal? Look no further! Chicken Ramen Stir Fry is about to become your weeknight hero. I remember those nights after a long day, staring blankly into the fridge. This is that recipe – the one that pulls you out of the “what’s for dinner?” slump. It’s simple, satisfying, and customizable to your taste. Let’s get cooking!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My college days were fueled by instant ramen—a quick and cheap fix. But I always craved something more, something real. Inspired by a noodle market I stumbled upon during a backpacking trip through Southeast Asia, I started experimenting. It was a revelation! This Chicken Ramen Stir Fry transforms that humble packet into a vibrant, restaurant-worthy meal that’s actually good for you. It’s that fusion of necessity and inspiration that makes this dish so special to me.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Stir Fry:
- 2 packages (3 ounces each) chicken flavor ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded (or save for another use!)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup sliced carrots
- 1/2 cup sliced bell pepper (any color)
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, for a richer flavor)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the chicken cubes, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, ginger, and garlic powder. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or longer for more flavor).
- Cook the Ramen: Cook the ramen noodles according to package directions, just until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Stir Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir fry until cooked through and lightly browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Stir Fry the Vegetables: Add the broccoli florets, carrots, and bell pepper to the skillet. Stir fry for 3-5 minutes, until tender-crisp. Add the minced garlic and green onions, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Combine Everything: Add the cooked chicken and ramen noodles to the skillet with the vegetables.
- Add the Sauce: Pour in the remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), rice vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil. Toss everything together until well combined, and the noodles are heated through.
- Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy your Chicken Ramen Stir Fry!
Chicken Ramen Stir Fry
A quick, healthy, and flavorful meal transforming humble ramen into a vibrant, restaurant-worthy dish.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the chicken cubes, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, ginger, and garlic powder. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or longer for more flavor).1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Cook the Ramen: Cook the ramen noodles according to package directions, just until al dente. Drain well and set aside.2 packages chicken flavor ramen noodles
- Stir Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir fry until cooked through and lightly browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Stir Fry the Vegetables: Add the broccoli florets, carrots, and bell pepper to the skillet. Stir fry for 3-5 minutes, until tender-crisp. Add the minced garlic and green onions, and cook for another minute until fragrant.1 cup broccoli florets, 1/2 cup sliced carrots, 1/2 cup sliced bell pepper, 2 cloves garlic, 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- Combine Everything: Add the cooked chicken and ramen noodles to the skillet with the vegetables.1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 2 packages chicken flavor ramen noodles
- Add the Sauce: Pour in the remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), rice vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil. Toss everything together until well combined, and the noodles are heated through.1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy your Chicken Ramen Stir Fry!Sesame seeds