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Savory Chicken Ramen Stir Fry Recipe Easy Weeknight Dinner Idea

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A quick and easy savory chicken ramen stir fry that combines tender chicken, fresh veggies, and flavorful sauce for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or any neutral oil like canola or grapeseed)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 3 stalks green onions, sliced thin
  • 1 medium bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or shredded
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional but highly recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Slice 1 lb (450 g) of chicken into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick. Mince 3 garlic cloves and grate 1 tablespoon fresh ginger. Slice 3 green onions thinly, and julienne 1 bell pepper and 1 carrot. Set aside.
  2. Bring a pot of water to boil and cook 2 packs of ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets) for 2 minutes or until just tender but not mushy. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Toss with a bit of oil so they don’t stick. Set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken strips in a single layer and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned. Cook in batches if needed. Remove chicken and set aside.
  5. Add garlic and ginger to the hot pan and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then toss in the bell pepper and carrot. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until veggies are tender but still crisp.
  6. Return the chicken to the pan along with the cooked ramen noodles. Pour the sauce over everything and toss to coat evenly. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes so the noodles absorb the sauce and heat through.
  7. Turn off the heat and drizzle 1 teaspoon sesame oil over the stir-fry. Toss in sliced green onions and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
  8. Serve immediately garnished with 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

If noodles start sticking during stir-fry, add a splash of water or chicken broth and toss quickly. Slice chicken thinly and avoid overcrowding the pan to keep chicken juicy and well-seared. Rinse cooked noodles under cold water to stop cooking and prevent sogginess. Add sesame oil only at the end to preserve its aroma.

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