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Crock Pot Ramen Recipe

4.5 from 71 reviews

This Crock Pot Ramen recipe offers a comforting and easy way to enjoy flavorful homemade ramen broth with tender chicken and fresh vegetables. Using a slow cooker, the chicken thighs and vegetables simmer gently in a savory mix of chicken stock, soy sauce, and spices, while instant ramen noodles are added near the end for a quick and satisfying finish. Garnish with soft boiled eggs, scallions, peanuts, jalapenos, and sesame seeds for a customizable, delicious meal perfect for any day.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 ½2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ cups matchstick carrots
  • 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
  • 8 ounces sugar snap peas
  • 3 scallions, chopped
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken stock
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 packets chicken-flavored instant ramen noodles (use one seasoning packet only)

Toppings (optional)

  • Extra chopped scallions
  • Soft boiled eggs
  • Peanuts
  • Jalapenos, sliced
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients. Begin by gathering and preparing all your vegetables and chicken. Mince the garlic, slice the red bell pepper, chop the scallions, and measure out the matchstick carrots and sugar snap peas.
  2. Add Ingredients to Crock Pot. Place the boneless skinless chicken thighs, minced garlic, matchstick carrots, sliced bell pepper, sugar snap peas, and chopped scallions into your slow cooker.
  3. Add Liquids and Seasoning. Pour the low sodium chicken stock, soy sauce, and brown sugar over the ingredients in the crock pot. Sprinkle in one of the chicken-flavored ramen seasoning packets (reserve or discard the second packet). Stir gently to combine all the flavors.
  4. Cook the Broth and Chicken. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  5. Add Ramen Noodles. About 30 minutes before serving, add the two packs of dry ramen noodles (discard the seasoning packet if not already done) directly into the slow cooker. Cover again to continue cooking.
  6. Cook Noodles. Stir the mixture every 10 minutes to prevent noodles from sticking, and cook until noodles are tender, approximately 30 minutes.
  7. Garnish and Serve. Once cooked, ladle the ramen into bowls and garnish with your choice of additional chopped scallions, soft boiled eggs, peanuts, sliced jalapenos, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts, but thighs provide more flavor and tenderness.
  • Adjust the soy sauce amount if you prefer a less salty broth.
  • If you like more spice, add additional jalapenos or a dash of chili oil as a garnish.
  • Soft boiled eggs can be prepared in advance to save time.
  • Stir noodles frequently to avoid clumping and ensure even cooking.

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