Craving a meal that’s lightning-fast to make, surprisingly healthy, and bursting with flavor? Look no further than Chicken Ramen Stir Fry! As a busy working parent, I’m always searching for weeknight dinners that don’t break the bank or require hours in the kitchen. This recipe became a staple in our house – my kids actually ask for it! – and I know it will be a lifesaver for you too.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My love for stir-fries actually began on a backpacking trip through Southeast Asia. I was blown away by the vibrant street food, the quick cooking methods, and the incredible freshness of the ingredients. Years later, and trying to recreate the taste of that experience at home in a quick, easy, and familly-firendly meal. This Chicken Ramen Stir Fry captures a bit of that magic – a taste of the exotic made accessible and convenient for everyday life.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
For the Stir Fry:
- 2 packages ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 2 green onions, chopped
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Mix well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the Ramen: Cook ramen noodles according to package directions, but slightly undercook them (about 2 minutes less). Drain and set aside.
- Stir Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and stir fry until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add onion, garlic, and ginger to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Add red bell pepper, broccoli florets, and carrots. Stir fry for 3-5 minutes, until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and sriracha (if using).
- Combine Everything: Add cooked ramen noodles and cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour sauce over the top and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious and quick Chicken Ramen Stir Fry!
Chicken Ramen Stir Fry
Craving a meal that’s lightning-fast to make, surprisingly healthy, and bursting with flavor? Look no further than Chicken Ramen Stir Fry!
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Mix well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Cook the Ramen: Cook ramen noodles according to package directions, but slightly undercook them (about 2 minutes less). Drain and set aside.2 packages ramen noodles
- Stir Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and stir fry until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Sauté Vegetables: Add onion, garlic, and ginger to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Add red bell pepper, broccoli florets, and carrots. Stir fry for 3-5 minutes, until vegetables are tender-crisp.1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 inch ginger, 1 red bell pepper, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and sriracha (if using).1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon sriracha
- Combine Everything: Add cooked ramen noodles and cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour sauce over the top and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.2 packages ramen noodles, 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious and quick Chicken Ramen Stir Fry!2 green onions