Chicken Ramen
Chicken ramen with miso-soy broth, tender chicken, soft-boiled egg, and fresh vegetables. The Japanese soup classic adapted for home cooking. Quality broth and proper toppings are the keys.
Prep Time
17 min
Cook Time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
572 cal
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Smart Servings Scaler
- Noodles200 g
- Chicken500 g
- Broth2 cups
- Soy Sauce2 tbsp
- Garlic3 cloves
- Ginger1 tsp
- Sesame Oil1
- Spring Onion1
- Salt1 tsp
All quantities scaled automatically from 4 servings.
Ingredients
Makes 4 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Noodles200 g
- Chicken500 g
- Broth2 cups
- Soy Sauce2 tbsp
- Garlic3 cloves
- Ginger1 tsp
- Sesame Oil1
- Spring Onion1
- Salt1 tsp
Instructions
- 1
Soft-boil 4 eggs in simmering water for 6.5 minutes. Plunge into ice water. Peel.
- 2
Slice 1 lb of boneless chicken thighs into thin strips. Season with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon soy sauce.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over high heat. Sear the chicken for 90 seconds per side until just cooked.
- 4
Make the broth: in a pot, combine 6 cups chicken broth, ¼ cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons mirin, 1 tablespoon miso paste, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons grated ginger, 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Simmer 15 minutes.
- 5
Cook 4 portions of ramen noodles in the broth for 2-3 minutes until tender.
- 6
Divide noodles and broth into bowls. Top with chicken, halved egg, sliced scallions, sliced bok choy, bean sprouts, nori strips, chili oil. Serve immediately.
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.Soft-boiled eggs are essential. Runny yolk is the experience.
- 2.Miso adds umami. Don't skip.
- 3.Slice chicken thin. Cooks fast and tender.
- 4.Eat immediately. Ramen overcooks fast.
🔬 Why It Works
Chicken ramen succeeds when the broth has proper umami (miso + soy + ginger), the chicken is sliced thin and cooked briefly, and the soft egg provides the rich yolk contrast. The combination of warm broth, tender protein, soft noodles, and fresh toppings creates the complete ramen experience.
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