Spicy Ramen Stir-Fry (Printable)

Fiery noodle dish featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and bold spicy sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

→ Noodles

02 - 2 packages instant ramen noodles, about 7 oz, seasoning packets discarded

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup broccoli florets
05 - 1 carrot, julienned
06 - 2 green onions, sliced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Sauce

09 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
12 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
13 - 2 teaspoons brown sugar
14 - 2 tablespoons water
15 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking

→ Garnish

16 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
17 - Fresh cilantro or additional green onion slices

# How-To Steps:

01 - Cook ramen noodles according to package directions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Whisk together soy sauce, sriracha, oyster sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and water in a small bowl. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken and stir-fry until cooked through, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
04 - In the same pan, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Add bell pepper, broccoli florets, and carrot. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
06 - Return cooked chicken to the pan. Add cooked noodles and pour sauce over everything. Toss thoroughly to coat and heat through, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Stir in sliced green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning or spice level as desired.
08 - Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and fresh herbs. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It turns humble instant ramen into something exciting and restaurant-worthy in under thirty minutes.
  • The balance of spicy, savory, and just a hint of sweetness makes every bite addictive.
  • You can toss in whatever vegetables or protein you have on hand and it still works beautifully.
  • Cleanup is easy since everything cooks in one pan, and the flavors only get better as they mingle.
02 -
  • Don't skip draining the noodles well or they'll dilute the sauce and make everything watery.
  • Have all your ingredients prepped before you start cooking, this recipe moves fast and you won't have time to chop mid-stir-fry.
  • If your wok isn't hot enough, the vegetables will steam instead of getting that perfect char and crunch.
03 -
  • Use a wok if you have one, the high sides and shape make tossing everything so much easier.
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for a minute before sprinkling them on top, it brings out a deeper, nuttier flavor.
  • If you love spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the sriracha for an extra layer of heat.
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