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Chicken Ramen Stir Fry Recipe

4.5 from 66 reviews

This Chicken Ramen Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs, crisp vegetables, and classic Asian sauces tossed with perfectly cooked ramen noodles. It’s a perfect weeknight meal that combines ease and taste with a delightful mix of textures and savory notes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 packages (6 oz each) ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced
  • 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the noodles: Bring a pot of water to boil. Cook the ramen noodles for 2 minutes until slightly undercooked, then drain well and set aside.
  2. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper. Set this flavorful sauce aside while you cook the other ingredients.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the chicken pieces and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  4. Stir-fry the vegetables: In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the sliced red bell pepper, snap peas, and julienned carrot. Stir-fry these vegetables for 2-3 minutes until they are crisp-tender.
  5. Add aromatics: Add the minced garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onions to the vegetables. Stir-fry for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Combine and finish: Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Toss in the cooked ramen noodles and the prepared sauce. Stir-fry everything together for 2-3 minutes until well combined and heated through.
  7. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish with the green parts of the sliced green onions. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • To enhance flavor, consider adding a splash of rice vinegar or chili flakes for heat.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari and ensure oyster sauce is gluten-free.
  • Using chicken thighs keeps the meat moist and flavorful, but chicken breast can be used for a leaner option.
  • Feel free to swap or add other vegetables like mushrooms or broccoli to suit your taste.
  • Cooking noodles slightly underdone helps prevent them from becoming mushy when stir-fried.

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