Spicy Ramen Stir-Fry (Print view)

Fiery noodle dish featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and bold spicy sauce stir-fried to perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

→ Noodles

02 - 2 packages instant ramen noodles, about 7 oz total, seasoning packets discarded

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup broccoli florets
05 - 1 carrot, julienned
06 - 2 green onions, sliced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Sauce

09 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
12 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
13 - 2 teaspoons brown sugar
14 - 2 tablespoons water
15 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking

→ Garnish

16 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
17 - Fresh cilantro or additional green onion slices

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Cook ramen noodles according to package directions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sriracha, oyster sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and water until fully combined. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken and stir-fry until cooked through, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
04 - In the same pan, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Add bell pepper, broccoli florets, and carrot to the pan. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
06 - Return cooked chicken to the pan. Add the cooked noodles and pour the prepared sauce over all ingredients. Toss thoroughly to combine and heat through, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Stir in sliced green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning or spice level as desired.
08 - Divide into bowls and serve immediately. Top with toasted sesame seeds and fresh herbs if desired.

# Expert Ideas:

01 -
  • It takes thirty minutes start to finish, which means you can have dinner on the table faster than delivery.
  • The sauce is bold and spicy without being overwhelming, and you can dial the heat up or down depending on your mood.
  • Everything cooks in one pan after the noodles are done, so cleanup is surprisingly quick.
  • It uses humble instant ramen noodles and transforms them into something that feels restaurant quality.
02 -
  • Don't crowd the pan when cooking the chicken or it will steam instead of sear, which means less flavor and a rubbery texture.
  • Have all your ingredients prepped and ready before you turn on the heat, because once you start stir frying, everything happens fast.
  • If the noodles start to stick together after draining, toss them with a tiny bit of oil to keep them loose until you add them to the pan.
03 -
  • Use a wok if you have one—the high sides and shape make tossing everything together so much easier and prevent ingredients from flying out.
  • Cut all your vegetables to roughly the same size so they cook evenly and you don't end up with some pieces raw and others overdone.
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for a minute before sprinkling them on top, it makes them taste nuttier and adds an extra layer of flavor.
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