Description
This quick and delicious Chicken Ramen Stir Fry brings together tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and perfectly cooked ramen noodles in a savory sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy weeknight dinner packed with flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages (6 oz each) ramen noodles (seasoning packets discarded)
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Instructions
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Cook the Ramen Noodles:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil for the ramen noodles. Once boiling, cook the noodles for 2 minutes, until slightly undercooked. Drain well and set aside.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper. Set aside.
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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 until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
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Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
- In the same pan, add the remaining oil. Stir-fry the bell pepper, snap peas, and carrot for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Add minced garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onions. Stir-fry for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Combine and Serve:
- Add the cooked chicken back to the pan with the vegetables.
- Toss in the cooked ramen noodles and the sauce. Stir-fry everything together for 2-3 minutes until well combined and heated through.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with the green parts of the sliced green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms, bok choy, or broccoli for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Sauce Adjustments: For a spicier kick, add chili paste or sriracha to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: chicken stir fry, ramen stir fry, quick dinner, stir-fry noodles, chicken ramen