Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Ramen Stir Fry

Easy chicken ramen stir fry is the ultimate 20-minute dinner solution. After making this countless times, I’ve perfected the technique for crispy chicken and a flavorful sauce. The key is high heat and quick cooking. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy 30-Minute Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe and Fresh and Easy Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad Recipe.

What You'll Need for Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Ramen Stir Fry

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 packets ramen noodles
• 2 cups frozen stir-fry veggies
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Optional: Sesame seeds
• Optional: Red pepper flakes

How to Make Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Ramen Stir Fry

1. Prepare ingredients: Thinly slice chicken, mince garlic, grate ginger, and chop green onions. Reserve ramen seasoning packets for another use or discard.
2. Cook chicken: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add chicken, cook until crispy and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3. Cook veggies: In the same skillet, add frozen veggies. Cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute.
4. Add noodles: Break ramen noodles in half and add to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring to combine with veggies.
5. Finish stir fry: Return chicken to the skillet, add soy sauce, and toss to combine. Cook for 1 more minute. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Storing & Reheating Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Ramen Stir Fry

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare ingredients ahead of time and store separately in the fridge. Cook when ready to serve.

Freezing Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Ramen Stir Fry

Not recommended for freezing.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: Use high heat and quick cooking to achieve crispy chicken and tender noodles.
• Best substitution: Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a protein-packed alternative.
• Make-ahead: Prepare ingredients ahead of time and store separately in the fridge. Cook when ready to serve.
• Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe to feed a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If noodles are too soft, add a splash of water to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Ramen Stir Fry

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

10 mins

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Total

20 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 packets ramen noodles
• 2 cups frozen stir-fry veggies
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp sesame oil

Seasonings

• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 2 green onions, chopped

Optional Toppings

• Sesame seeds
• Red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Prepare ingredients: Thinly slice chicken, mince garlic, grate ginger, and chop green onions. Reserve ramen seasoning packets for another use or discard.
2. Cook chicken: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add chicken, cook until crispy and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3. Cook veggies: In the same skillet, add frozen veggies. Cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute.
4. Add noodles: Break ramen noodles in half and add to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring to combine with veggies.
5. Finish stir fry: Return chicken to the skillet, add soy sauce, and toss to combine. Cook for 1 more minute. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Notes

• Chef tip: Use high heat and quick cooking to achieve crispy chicken and tender noodles.
• Best substitution: Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a protein-packed alternative.
• Make-ahead: Prepare ingredients ahead of time and store separately in the fridge. Cook when ready to serve.
• Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe to feed a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If noodles are too soft, add a splash of water to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
• Make ahead: Prepare ingredients ahead of time and store separately in the fridge. Cook when ready to serve.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 14g
• Carbs: 45g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 1800mg
• Cholesterol: 75mg
• Sat. Fat: 2g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Ramen Stir Fry and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!