Description
A quick and flavorful Thai Peanut Chicken Ramen recipe that combines tender chicken, creamy peanut sauce, and satisfying ramen noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons sriracha (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 (3-ounce) packages ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with soy sauce and cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from pot and set aside.
- Add garlic and ginger to the pot and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Whisk in peanut butter, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth.
- Add ramen noodles to the simmering broth and cook according to package directions, usually 3-5 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Stir to combine and heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and chopped peanuts. Offer lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Adjust sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute tofu for chicken and vegetable broth for chicken broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Thai Peanut Chicken Ramen, peanut noodles, quick ramen, chicken ramen, easy dinner, Asian noodles