Description
Marry Me Chicken Ramen is a rich and comforting dish featuring golden-fried chicken breasts simmered in a creamy, flavorful broth with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and smoked paprika. Served with tender ramen noodles and fresh toppings like coriander, beansprouts, and edamame, this 30-minute recipe combines hearty and fresh elements for a delicious meal perfect for two.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Coating
- 2 chicken breasts
- 50g all purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce and Broth
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
- 1/2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tbsp oregano
- 1/2 tbsp chilli flakes
- 600ml chicken stock, divided
- 300ml single cream
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 tsp ground pepper
- 1/2 tsp flaky salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
Noodles and Toppings
- 200g ramen noodles
- Coriander, for garnish
- Beansprouts, for garnish
- Edamame beans, for garnish
- Spring onion, sliced, for garnish
- Chilli oil, for drizzling
Instructions
- Coat and Fry Chicken: Pour the all purpose flour onto a plate. Coat the chicken breasts evenly in the flour. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Fry the chicken breasts for about 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove the chicken breasts from the pan and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same saucepan, add the minced garlic, sliced sun-dried tomatoes, smoked paprika, chilli flakes, and oregano. Fry the ingredients for a couple of minutes to release their aromas. Then, pour in 300ml of chicken stock and the single cream. Stir in the grated parmesan until incorporated.
- Simmer Chicken in Sauce: Return the chicken breasts to the pan, cover with a lid, and cook for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors and finish cooking the chicken through. Remove the chicken breasts again and set them aside to rest before slicing.
- Season and Cook Noodles: Season the broth with flaky salt, ground pepper, and 1/2 tsp sugar. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add the remaining 300ml chicken stock to the broth, then add the ramen noodles. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
- Serve the Ramen: Once the noodles are cooked, ladle the broth and noodles into two bowls. Slice the rested chicken breasts and place on top. Garnish with fresh coriander, beansprouts, edamame beans, sliced spring onions, and a drizzle of chilli oil for an extra kick.
Notes
- You can substitute single cream with half-and-half or coconut cream for a dairy-free alternative.
- Adjust the amount of chilli flakes and chilli oil to your preferred spice level.
- To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken, adding it at the end to warm through.
- Fresh ramen noodles yield best texture, but dried noodles work fine as well.
- For added crunch, garnish with toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts.
