Cozy One-Pot Chicken Ramen Noodle Bowl
A quick and easy one-pot chicken ramen noodle bowl that delivers cozy warmth and savory depth, perfect for busy weeknights and comforting dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 packs fresh or dried ramen noodles
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- Optional toppings: soft-boiled egg, nori strips, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Pat the chicken thighs dry and cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces to the pot and cook for 7-8 minutes until mostly cooked through with a slight golden edge.
- Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth and add sliced shiitake mushrooms. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Add ramen noodles and shredded carrots to the pot. Cook until noodles are just tender, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in baby spinach in the last minute to wilt.
- Stir in soy sauce and toasted sesame oil. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Ladle the ramen into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions, soft-boiled eggs, nori strips, and sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve immediately while hot and enjoy.
Notes
Add noodles at the end and cook just until tender to avoid mushy noodles. Stir gently to keep noodles and chicken pieces intact. Use fresh ginger and garlic for best flavor. Adjust soy sauce gradually to control saltiness. Add a splash of hot water if noodles soak up too much broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximatel
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 3.5
- Protein: 28
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