Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ cups heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- ½ cup shredded carrots (optional, for crunch)
- 1 soft-boiled egg, halved (for topping)
- Sesame seeds & nori strips, for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate sliced chicken with soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and spices for 10 minutes.
- In a skillet, cook marinated chicken over medium-high heat until golden brown.
- Prepare creamy garlic sauce by sautéing garlic in butter, then adding heavy cream and broth until thickened.
- Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions and toss with sesame oil.
- Assemble by placing noodles in bowls, topping with creamy sauce and cooked chicken, and garnishing with green onions and optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Adjust spice levels by modifying cayenne pepper or chili powder to taste. Add your choice of vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition. For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh.