Ingredients
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- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 oz fresh or dried ramen noodles
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp chili paste (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 tbsp agar-agar powder
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a splash of vegetable oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, cooking for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
- Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Prepare broth: Pour in vegetable broth, soy sauce, and chili paste; bring to a gentle boil while scraping brown bits from the pan.
- Add coconut milk: Reduce heat and stir in coconut milk and agar-agar powder until well combined.
- Cook noodles: In another pot, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Assemble: Place cooked noodles in bowls, top with sliced chicken, and generously ladle creamy garlic sauce over everything.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken beforehand in soy sauce and chili paste. Substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version. Enhance nutrition by adding fresh vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.