Name: Quick & Tasty Chicken Ramen Stir Fry Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 packages (6 oz each) ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 1 cup snap peas; 1 carrot, julienned; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp ginger, minced; 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated); 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 1 tsp sugar; 1/4 tsp white pepper

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Introduction

This Quick & Tasty Chicken Ramen Stir Fry is a perfect weeknight meal that comes together in no time. Packed with vibrant vegetables, tender chicken, and flavorful sauces, it’s a satisfying dish that everyone will love.

A large black cast iron pan filled with a single layer of cooked ramen noodles that are light brown and slightly glossy, mixed with small, evenly spread pieces of light brown cooked chicken, bright green broccoli florets, red diced bell peppers, and small slices of brown mushrooms. The noodles and ingredients are mixed together with scattered bright green chopped herbs on top. A pair of metal tongs with black grips rests on the right side of the pan. The pan sits on a white marbled surface with a folded blue and white striped cloth in the upper right corner. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 packages (6 oz each) ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup snap peas
1 carrot, julienned
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp ginger, minced
3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp white pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a pot of water to boil for the ramen noodles.
Step 2: While the water is heating, prepare the sauce by mixing soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
Step 3: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the chicken pieces and stir-fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Step 4: In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Stir-fry the bell pepper, snap peas, and carrot for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
Step 5: Add the minced garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onions. Stir-fry for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 6: Meanwhile, cook the ramen noodles in the boiling water for 2 minutes, slightly undercooked. Drain well.
Step 7: Add the cooked chicken back to the pan with the vegetables. Toss in the cooked ramen noodles and sauce. Stir-fry everything together for 2-3 minutes until well combined and heated through.
Step 8: Garnish with the green parts of the sliced green onions and serve hot.

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add a teaspoon of chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes to the sauce mixture.
Swap chicken thighs for chicken breast if you prefer leaner meat, but cook carefully to avoid dryness.
Use any crunchy vegetables you like such as broccoli, bok choy, or mushrooms for variation.
To make it vegetarian, replace chicken with firm tofu and use vegetarian oyster sauce.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until warmed through. Add a splash of water or soy sauce when reheating to keep the noodles moist.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a black bowl filled with three clear layers of stir-fried noodles, chicken pieces, and vegetables. The bottom layer shows curly, golden-brown noodles, coated lightly in sauce. The middle layer features small chunks of cooked chicken with a light golden color, mixed evenly with diced orange red bell peppers. The top layer is sprinkled with chopped green onions and fresh green herbs, adding a bright contrast. The bowl rests on a white marbled surface with soft natural light, enhancing the warm colors of the dish. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use instant ramen with the seasoning packets?

It’s best to discard the seasoning packets since the sauce mixture provides the flavor in this recipe. The packets often contain high sodium and artificial flavors that can overpower the dish.

How do I prevent the noodles from sticking together?

Cook the noodles slightly underdone, drain them well, and toss immediately with a little sesame oil or oil from the stir fry. This helps keep them separate and prevents clumping.