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Creamy spicy chicken ramen served with sliced chicken and soft-boiled eggs.

Creamy Spicy Chicken Ramen – Bold 30-Minute Comfort Bowl

5 from 1 vote
Creamy Spicy Chicken Ramen is a rich, cozy noodle soup made with tender chicken, a velvety chili-infused broth, and springy ramen noodles. Bold, warming, and deeply satisfying, this is the kind of comfort bowl that feels indulgent yet comes together fast—perfect for weeknight dinners when you want big flavor without the wait.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken thighs or breasts boneless
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp chili paste or chili garlic sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 700 ml chicken broth
  • 120 ml heavy cream
  • 2 portions ramen noodles
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Salt to taste
  • For serving optional:
  • Soft-boiled eggs
  • Green onions
  • Chili oil or chili flakes
  • Sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • Large skillet or pan
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Step 1 – Sear the Chicken: Season the chicken lightly with salt. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
    Chicken seared in a skillet until golden, preparing creamy spicy chicken ramen.
  2. Step 2 – Build the Spicy Base: In the same pan, add garlic and ginger. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in the chili paste and soy sauce.
    Garlic and ginger sautéed with chili paste and soy sauce in a skillet.
  3. Step 3 – Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 8–10 minutes to deepen the flavor.
    Spicy chicken broth gently simmering in a pan for creamy ramen.
  4. Step 4 – Make It Creamy: Stir in the heavy cream and sesame oil. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until the broth becomes creamy and slightly thickened.
  5. Step 5 – Cook the Noodles: Add the ramen noodles directly to the broth and cook according to package instructions, usually 2–3 minutes.
    Ramen noodles cooking directly in creamy spicy chicken broth.
  6. Step 6 – Serve: Slice the chicken and divide it between bowls. Ladle over the creamy spicy broth and noodles, garnish as desired, and serve hot.
    Creamy spicy chicken ramen served with sliced chicken and soft-boiled eggs.

Notes

  • Adjust the chili paste to control the spice level.
  • Chicken thighs stay juicier than breasts.
  • For extra richness, add an extra splash of cream just before serving.