Chicken Ramen Stir Fry Recipe
This Chicken Ramen Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish combining tender boneless chicken thighs, fresh vegetables, and ramen noodles tossed in a savory soy and oyster sauce. Perfect for a weeknight meal, it features a crisp-tender vegetable medley and aromatic ginger and garlic for a well-balanced and satisfying stir-fry.
- Author: Cara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ramen Noodles
- 2 packages (6 oz each) ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
Oil for stir-frying
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
- Boil Water: Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil to prepare for cooking the ramen noodles.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper. Stir well and set aside to let flavors meld.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and stir-fry until they turn golden brown and are cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes. Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Stir-fry Vegetables: Using the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the sliced red bell pepper, snap peas, and julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender but still bright and fresh.
- Add Aromatics: Add the minced garlic, minced ginger, and the white parts of the green onions to the vegetables. Stir-fry everything together for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook Noodles: While cooking the vegetables, cook the ramen noodles in the boiling water for about 2 minutes, slightly undercooking them for a better texture. Drain the noodles well once cooked.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Add the drained ramen noodles and pour the prepared sauce over everything. Stir-fry all ingredients together for 2 to 3 minutes until the noodles are fully coated with sauce and everything is heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the green parts of the sliced green onions over the top for a fresh finish. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Chicken Ramen Stir Fry!
Notes
- Discard the seasoning packets from the ramen noodles as the sauce provides all the flavor needed.
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast if preferred, though thighs remain juicier.
- Customize vegetables by adding mushrooms or broccoli for variation.
- To make it spicier, add a dash of chili flakes or sriracha to the sauce.
- Ensure not to overcook the noodles; slightly undercooking prevents them from becoming mushy during stir-frying.
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