Description
Experience the warmth and depth of flavors in this homemade ramen bowl, where every spoonful brings comforting noodles, tender chicken, and a rich, umami-packed broth. This ramen is topped with fresh green onions, honey-roasted peanuts for crunch, and a perfectly soft-boiled egg, making each bite a medley of textures and tastes. Perfect for chilly evenings, this dish is simple yet impressive, filling, and flavorful. You’ll love the balance of savory, slightly spicy, and mildly sweet elements, from the infused broth to the nutritious bok choy. Serve it to guests or enjoy it as a cozy meal for yourself—this ramen is an invitation to slow down and savor.
Ingredients
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- Mushrooms & Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 8 oz. mushrooms (baby bella, sliced)
- 1 large boneless/skinless chicken breast, about 3/4 lb.
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Soup Base:
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc recommended)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce (like Frank’s)
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 3/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 (3 oz.) packets instant Ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 6 leaves Bok Choy, roughly chopped
- Seasonings:
- 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 3/4 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- For Serving:
- Chopped green onions
- Roughly chopped honey-roasted peanuts
- Soft-boiled eggs (see directions below)
Instructions
- Sauté Mushrooms: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a soup pot over medium-high heat. Sauté mushrooms until golden, about 4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare Chicken: Slice chicken in half lengthwise for two thinner pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Sear in remaining olive oil and butter for 4-5 minutes per side. Set aside to rest, then slice.
- Deglaze Pot: Add white wine to the pot over medium heat, scraping the bottom. Cook until reduced by half, about 4 minutes.
- Build Broth: Add butter and garlic, cooking for 2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, hot sauce, honey, sesame oil, and seasonings. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add Ramen & Veggies: Bring to a boil, add ramen noodles, and cook for 1 minute. Reduce to simmer, add bok choy, mushrooms, and chicken. Simmer until noodles are tender, about 3 minutes.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, topping with green onions, peanuts, and a soft-boiled egg.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes