Creamy Marry Me Chicken Ramen Recipe
Creamy Marry Me Chicken Ramen is a flavorful and comforting dish featuring tender seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich tomato cream sauce, paired with perfectly cooked ramen noodles. This recipe combines the smoky depth of sun-dried tomatoes and smoked paprika with a hint of chili heat, finished with fresh vegetables and a drizzle of chili oil for an unforgettable bowl of creamy, spicy ramen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion (Japanese-inspired with Western influence)
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Tomato Cream Sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
- 1/2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tbsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tbsp red chili flakes
- 1 1/4 cups single cream (300ml)
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
- 2 1/2 cups chicken stock (divided into 1 1/4 cups + 1 1/4 cups)
Seasoning and Noodles
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp flaky salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 7 oz ramen noodles
Garnishes
- Fresh cilantro
- Bean sprouts
- Edamame beans
- Scallions
- Chili oil
- Grated parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Coat and Sear the Chicken: Pour the all-purpose flour onto a plate and thoroughly coat both chicken breasts in the flour. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the floured chicken breasts and fry each side for about 4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside while preparing the sauce.
- Prepare the Tomato Cream Sauce: In the same saucepan, add minced garlic, sliced sun-dried tomatoes, smoked paprika, red chili flakes, and dried oregano. Fry for a few minutes until fragrant. Pour in 1 1/4 cups of chicken stock and all of the single cream, mixing to combine. Grate in 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese, adding extra if desired for richness.
- Simmer Chicken in the Sauce: Return the seared chicken breasts to the saucepan with the sauce. Cover with a lid and gently cook for 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and let it cool slightly before slicing.
- Season the Broth and Cook the Noodles: Season the sauce with flaky salt, ground black pepper, and sugar, adjusting to taste. Pour in the remaining 1 1/4 cups of chicken stock and add the ramen noodles. Cook the noodles according to package instructions, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
- Assemble and Garnish the Ramen: Divide the broth and noodle mixture into two bowls. Top each with sliced chicken. Garnish with fresh cilantro, bean sprouts, edamame beans, scallions, a drizzle of chili oil, and additional grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Coating the chicken in flour before searing helps create a nice crust and thickens the sauce slightly.
- Using sun-dried tomatoes adds a smoky sweetness that balances the spicy and creamy elements.
- Adjust chili flakes and chili oil to control the heat level according to your preference.
- Be sure to stir noodles frequently during cooking to prevent clumping.
- Garnishes like bean sprouts and edamame add a fresh, crisp texture contrast.
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