Description
This Creamy Marry Me Chicken Ramen is a rich and comforting dish that blends tender seared chicken thighs with silky heavy cream, fresh spinach, and earthy mushrooms in a flavorful chicken broth infused with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Perfect for a cozy meal, this ramen offers a luscious twist on classic Asian-inspired flavors in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 chicken thighs
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Sauce and Broth
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (plus extra as needed)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
Vegetables
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
Pasta
- 2 servings ramen noodles (fresh or dried)
Garnishes (optional)
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Chili oil
Instructions
- Season and sear the chicken: Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear them for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, add more sesame oil if necessary. Add minced garlic and grated ginger and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, careful not to burn.
- Add broth and soy sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce, scraping the bottom of the pot to lift any browned bits for extra flavor. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook ramen noodles: Add the ramen noodles to the simmering broth and cook according to package instructions, approximately 4-5 minutes for dried noodles, or shorter for fresh noodles.
- Incorporate heavy cream: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, mixing well to create a rich, creamy broth.
- Add vegetables: Stir in the fresh spinach and sliced mushrooms, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and mushrooms soften.
- Combine chicken and heat through: Slice the seared chicken thighs and return them to the pot. Stir gently and allow everything to heat through for an additional minute.
- Serve and garnish: Ladle the creamy ramen into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of chili oil if desired for extra flavor and heat.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts but thighs offer more flavor and tenderness.
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of chili oil or add red pepper flakes.
- Fresh ramen noodles cook faster than dried ones; adjust cooking times accordingly.
- This dish can be made dairy-free by substituting heavy cream with coconut milk or a plant-based cream alternative.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
