Chicken Ramen Stir Fry – Quick, Flavorful, and Better Than Takeout!
If you love fast, big flavors, this Chicken Ramen Stir Fry is about to be your new go-to! Juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and springy ramen noodles get tossed in a bold, savory sauce you’ll want to lick off the plate.
It’s made with simple, pantry-friendly ingredients and comes together faster than takeout.
Busy weeknight? Meal prep? Just craving something delicious? This recipe has you covered!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
There’s so much to love about this stir fry, but the sauce might be my favorite part. Soy sauce, hoisin, oyster sauce, and a little sriracha make a bold, savory sauce that coats every noodle.
It’s also a fun twist on instant ramen. Springy noodles, juicy chicken, and crisp veggies come together in one skillet.
And it’s budget-friendly and easy to customize with whatever veggies you have.
Let’s cook!
Ingredients You’ll Need
This chicken ramen stir fry uses simple, pantry-friendly ingredients.
- Stir Fry Sauce – regular and dark soy sauce, hoisin, oyster sauce, rice wine vinegar, sriracha, and white pepper.
- Instant Ramen Noodles – discard the seasoning packets and use just the noodles.
- Chicken Breast – diced so it cooks quickly.
- Vegetable Oil – for stir-frying.
- Red Bell Pepper, Mushrooms, and Onion – add color, sweetness, and savory flavor.
- Broccoli – bite-sized florets that stay crisp-tender.
- Garlic and Ginger – fresh and fragrant.
- Green Onions and Sesame Seeds – optional garnishes.
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, make the sauce. Whisk together both soy sauces, hoisin, oyster sauce, rice wine vinegar, sriracha, and white pepper. Set aside.
Next, cook the noodles. Boil the ramen noodles (without seasoning packets) for 1–2 minutes until slightly softened. Drain and rinse under cold water. Toss with a little oil so they don’t stick.
Now cook the chicken. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 4–5 minutes until fully cooked. Set aside.
Then sauté the vegetables. Add the remaining oil, then the peppers, mushrooms, and onions. Sauté for 2–3 minutes. Add broccoli and cook until bright green. Stir in garlic and ginger for 1 minute.
Bring it together. Return the chicken, add the noodles, pour in the sauce, and toss until well coated.
Finally, serve. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds and serve hot.
That’s it! Better than takeout.
Expert Tips
Undercook the noodles slightly. They’ll finish softening in the skillet.
Prep everything first. Stir fries move fast, so have everything chopped before you start.
Use high heat. It gives the veggies a nice sear while keeping them crisp.
Toss with tongs. Tongs make it easy to coat the noodles evenly.
Recipe Variations
I love this stir fry as it is, but it’s easy to change up.
Swap the chicken for shrimp, beef, or tofu.
Use any veggies you have, like snap peas, carrots, cabbage, or bok choy.
For more heat, add extra sriracha or chili oil.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water to loosen the noodles, or in the microwave.
Serving Suggestions
This stir fry is a complete meal, but it’s great with homemade chicken wontons or a bowl of miso soup on the side.
Recipe FAQs
1. Can I use the ramen seasoning packets?
I recommend skipping them. The homemade sauce has plenty of flavor.
2. What is dark soy sauce?
It’s thicker and slightly sweeter than regular soy sauce and adds rich color. Use extra regular soy sauce if you don’t have it.
3. Can I use other noodles?
Yes. Lo mein, udon, or spaghetti all work.
4. Is it spicy?
It has a mild kick from the sriracha. Adjust it to taste.
5. Can I make it gluten-free?
Use rice noodles and gluten-free soy, hoisin, and oyster sauces.
You May Also Love
If this chicken ramen stir fry has you craving more quick noodle dinners, here are a few more favorites I think you’ll enjoy. They’re all fast and full of flavor.
- 10-Minute Spicy Ramen – a fast, fiery bowl of noodles.
- General Tso’s Chicken with Ramen – crispy chicken and noodles in a bold sauce.
- Easy Pad Thai – sweet, tangy, and ready in no time.
- Egg Roll Stir-Fry – all the flavor of egg rolls in one skillet.
- Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry – a classic takeout favorite made at home.
Save a few of these for later, and you’ll always have something delicious to make!
Chicken Ramen Stir Fry Recipe
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 3 tbsp regular soy sauce
- 3 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 2 tsp sriracha
- ¼ tsp white ground pepper
For the Chicken & Noodles:
- 3 (3-ounce) packs instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
For the Vegetables:
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced (about 1 medium pepper)
- 1 cup white button mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup sweet yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup broccoli florets (bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tbsp fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
Optional Garnishes:
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- ½ tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the SauceIn a small bowl, whisk together both soy sauces, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, rice wine vinegar, sriracha, and white pepper. Set aside.
- Cook the NoodlesBring 6 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.Add ramen noodles (without seasoning packets) and cook for 1–2 minutes until slightly softened.Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.Pro Tip: Toss the cooked noodles in a little sesame or vegetable oil to prevent sticking
- Cook the ChickenHeat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.Add diced chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes until fully cooked.Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the VegetablesIn the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tbsp vegetable oil.Add red bell peppers, mushrooms, and onions. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.Add broccoli and cook until it turns bright green.Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute.
- Combine EverythingReturn the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine.Add the cooked ramen noodles.Pour the sauce over the mixture and toss everything together using tongs until well coated.
- Serve & EnjoyGarnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.Serve hot and enjoy!
