Chicken and Ramen Noodles
Chicken and Ramen Noodles: A flavorful stir-fry featuring tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a savory soy-hoisin sauce tossed with ramen noodles. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!
3 Servings
Ingredients
For the Noodles and Chicken:
- 2 packets ramen noodles instant noodles, discard seasoning packets
- 1 tablespoon oil vegetable or canola
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ onion thinly sliced
- 200 g / 7oz chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Vegetables:
- 1 carrot cut into matchsticks
- 1 small red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 2 cups cabbage finely shredded
For the Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce or hoisin sauce
- 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce or substitute with more oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1¼ cups 315 ml water, plus additional if needed
For Garnish (Optional):
- Finely sliced green onions
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine the dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and mirin. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
Cook Aromatics:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced onion. Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes, or until fragrant and slightly golden.
Cook the Chicken:
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until the exterior turns white, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Ensure even cooking by stirring occasionally.
Caramelize with Sauce:
- Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and stir well. Allow the chicken to cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, caramelizing slightly in the sauce.
Add Vegetables:
- Incorporate the carrot and bell pepper slices. Stir-fry for 1 minute, maintaining a slight crunch in the vegetables. Push the chicken and vegetables to one side of the skillet to create space for the noodles.
Cook the Noodles:
- Add the water to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Place the ramen noodles into the water. Allow the noodles to soften for 45 seconds, then flip them over. Continue cooking for another 30 seconds before gently untangling the noodles with tongs.
Combine and Finish:
- Mix the softened noodles with the chicken and vegetables, ensuring they are evenly coated with the sauce. Add the shredded cabbage and stir-fry for 1 minute, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat all ingredients.
Serve:
- Transfer the noodles to serving plates or bowls. Garnish with finely sliced green onions if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the ramen noodles with gluten-free rice noodles or gluten-free instant noodles. Replace the soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos, and ensure the oyster sauce and hoisin sauce are certified gluten-free. Follow the same preparation steps for a delicious and gluten-free meal.