Marry Me Chicken Ramen
A delicious dish featuring tender chicken, creamy sauce, and comforting ramen noodles, perfect for cozy dinners or romantic meals.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts (about 200 g each)
- 2 packs ramen noodles (without seasoning)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional) Adjust according to spice preference.
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian herbs
- 100 grams sun-dried tomatoes, chopped Can use fresh tomatoes instead if needed.
- 250 ml chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth for a lighter meal.
- 200 ml cream Consider lower-fat options for a lighter version.
- 50 grams grated Parmesan For serving.
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- as needed Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large pan and cook the chicken breasts over medium heat for 5–6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt the butter, add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, and sauté for 1–2 minutes.
- Add tomato paste, chicken broth, cream, and honey to the pan and mix well.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan until the sauce becomes creamy.
- Place the browned chicken in the sauce and let it simmer on low heat for 10–12 minutes.
- Cook the ramen according to package instructions and drain.
- Add the cooked ramen to the pan with the sauce and mix well.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and extra Parmesan.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently and add a splash of broth or cream if needed. For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with firm tofu.