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21) Weeknight Minced Chicken Ramen with Soft Egg

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb 450 g minced chicken
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 packs instant ramen noodles discard seasoning or 8 oz fresh ramen
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp mirin or 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 soft-boiled eggs 6–7 min, halved
  • 2 cups baby spinach or bok choy
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • Optional: sesame oil chili flakes, toasted sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add garlic and ginger, cook 30 seconds.
  2. Add minced chicken, break up, and cook until no longer pink, about 4–5 minutes.
  3. Pour in broth, soy sauce, and mirin; bring to a simmer.
  4. Add noodles and greens; cook per noodle package until tender, 2–4 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve in bowls topped with soft egg halves, green onions, and a drizzle of sesame oil.