Chicken Ramen Stir Fry

🍜 Chicken Ramen Stir Fry

🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 2–3

🧂 Ingredients:

For the stir fry:

• 2 packs instant ramen noodles (discard the seasoning packets)

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thinly sliced)

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)

• 1 cup broccoli florets

• 1 carrot (julienned or thinly sliced)

• 2 green onions (sliced)

• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated or minced)

For the sauce:

• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce

• 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but recommended)

• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (or substitute with more soy sauce)

• 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)

🍳 Instructions:

1. Cook the noodles:

   • Boil ramen noodles (without the seasoning packets) for about 2 minutes—just until barely cooked. Drain, rinse with cold water, and toss with a tiny bit of oil to prevent sticking.

2. Make the sauce:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry (if using). Set aside.

3. Cook the chicken:

   • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

   • Add chicken, season lightly with salt and pepper, and stir-fry until browned and cooked through (about 4–5 minutes). Remove and set aside.

4. Stir-fry vegetables:

   • In the same pan, add another tbsp of oil.

   • Add garlic, ginger, and all vegetables (except green onions), and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.

5. Combine everything:

   • Return the chicken to the pan.

   • Add the cooked noodles and pour the sauce over everything.

   • Toss well to combine and stir-fry for 1–2 more minutes until everything is coated and heated through.

6. Garnish and serve:

   • Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot!

🔁 Optional Add-ins:

• Crushed peanuts or cashews for crunch

• Chili flakes or sriracha for spice

• Swap chicken for shrimp, beef, or tofu.