Fiery Chicken Ramen (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main
01 -
2 packs of ramen noodles (toss those seasoning packets)
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4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
→ Sauce Base
03 -
1 cup chicken stock
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1/2 cup full-fat cream
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4 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
→ Seasonings
07 -
1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/4 tsp cayenne
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1/2 tsp chili powder
→ Other
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2 chopped green onions
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2 tbsp of oil for cooking
# Instructions:
01 -
Rub thighs with chili powder, cayenne, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper. Let sit for 15 minutes to soak up the flavors.
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Add oil to a warm skillet over medium-high heat. Sear thighs for 4-5 minutes on each side till golden brown. Rest meat and slice after removing from heat.
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Brown garlic in the same pan. Pour in broth and soy sauce, scraping up browned bits. Stir in the cream and simmer gently until it thickens up—about 5 minutes.
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Boil noodles, drain, and dish into bowls. Pour sauce over noodles, top with chicken slices, and sprinkle on green onions.
# Notes:
01 -
Swap in sesame seeds or a jammy egg for extra toppings.
02 -
Tone down the heat by using less cayenne.
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Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.