Sweet and Spicy Chicken Ramen with Broccoli and Lime

This sweet and spicy chicken ramen brings together tender, chewy noodles, juicy chicken breast and crisp-tender broccoli in a rich umami glaze. The combination of sweet soy glaze and chili flakes creates a balanced heat, while fresh lime adds brightness. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a perfect quick dinner that rivals your favorite takeout.

Topped with crunchy peanuts and a squeeze of lime, each bite offers a satisfying mix of textures and flavors. This recipe is designed for busy weeknights when you need something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen.

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Ingredients

10 ounce Chopped Chicken BreastView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 ounce Sweet Thai Chili SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Korean Chili FlakesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon Sweet Soy GlazeView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit BroccoliView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit LimeView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Garlic PowderView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4.5 ounce Ramen NoodlesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 ounce PeanutsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Wash and dry produce. Cut broccoli into bite-size pieces if needed. Quarter the lime. Roughly chop peanuts. For extra flavor, toast peanuts in a large dry pan over medium-high heat, stirring often, until golden, 2-4 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and cook 1 minute more; set aside.
2. Once water boils, add ramen noodles. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 1-2 minutes. Drain and rinse thoroughly under cold water for at least 30 seconds to stop cooking.
3. While noodles cook, open the package of chicken and drain any excess liquid. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and broccoli; season with garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is browned and cooked through and broccoli is tender, 4-6 minutes. (If broccoli isn’t bright green after 2-3 minutes, cover the pan briefly.) Remove pan from heat. Stir in sweet soy glaze, sweet Thai chili sauce, butter and chili flakes to taste (start with 1/2 teaspoon). If the sauce seems too sweet, add a splash of water. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
4. Add the drained noodles and juice from one lime wedge to the pan with chicken and broccoli; toss to coat evenly. Taste and add more salt if needed. Divide among shallow bowls, sprinkle with chopped peanuts and serve with remaining lime wedges on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different protein instead of chicken?

Yes, thinly sliced beef, pork or tofu would work well. Adjust cooking time as needed.

What can I substitute for sweet soy glaze?

Mix 3 tablespoons soy sauce with 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey as a quick substitute.

How do I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a pan with a splash of water to refresh the sauce.