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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Ramen (Easy 20-Minute Recipe)

This is one of those quick bowls that tastes way more indulgent than it should for how fast it comes together. The OTOKI cheesy ramen already has that rich, creamy base, but adding garlic, parmesan, and a bit of cream takes it to another level. Finished with golden pan-seared chicken, it’s cozy, satisfying, and perfect when you want something comforting without putting in too much effort.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 packs OTOKI Cheddar & Mascarpone Cheesy Ramen
  • 2 chicken breasts butterflied
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon butter divided
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ¼ –⅓ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper
  • Parsley optional

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken: Season both sides with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil with 1 tablespoon butter in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and slice.
  4. Cook the ramen: Boil the noodles for about 2 minutes until just tender.
  5. Drain, reserving about ¼ cup of the cooking water.
  6. Build the sauce: In the same pan, melt the remaining butter.
  7. Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  8. Pour in the heavy cream, then add the ramen seasoning packets and stir until smooth.
  9. Toss everything together: Add the noodles along with a splash of the reserved ramen water.
  10. Toss until the sauce turns glossy and coats everything evenly.
  11. Finish: Stir in the parmesan, then top with sliced chicken and a sprinkle of parsley.

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