Spicy Ramen Stir-Fry (Printable Version)

Fiery noodle dish with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and bold spicy sauce stir-fried to perfection.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

→ Noodles

02 - 2 packages instant ramen noodles, about 7 oz total, 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 green onion slices

# How to Make It:

01 - Cook ramen noodles according to package directions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sriracha, oyster sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and water. 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 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, and carrot. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
06 - Return cooked chicken to the pan. Add noodles and pour sauce over all ingredients. Toss thoroughly to combine and heat through, 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Stir in sliced green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning or heat level as desired.
08 - Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and fresh herbs.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in the time it takes to watch one episode of your favorite show, but tastes like you spent way longer on it.
  • The spicy sauce clings to every noodle and vegetable, giving you that perfect balance of heat and savory sweetness in every forkful.
  • You can easily swap proteins or vegetables based on what you have, making it endlessly flexible for busy weeknights.
02 -
  • Make sure your pan is really hot before you add the chicken or vegetables, otherwise they'll steam instead of getting that nice seared edge.
  • Cut everything before you start cooking because once the stir-frying begins, there's no time to stop and chop.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan, if you're doubling the recipe, work in batches so everything cooks evenly.
03 -
  • Use two spatulas or a pair of tongs to toss everything together quickly, it keeps the noodles from clumping and ensures every bite is coated in sauce.
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for a minute before sprinkling them on top, it makes them taste nuttier and more fragrant.
  • If you want a restaurant-style glossy finish, add a tiny splash of cornstarch mixed with water to the sauce before pouring it over the noodles.
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