Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our Slow Cooker Crock Pot Chicken Ramen Recipe. This dish is the epitome of easy, satisfying meals, offering a burst of savory flavor and hearty goodness that will warm you from the inside out. Forget complicated cooking techniques – your slow cooker handles all the heavy lifting, delivering a rich, flavorful broth and tender chicken combined with perfectly cooked ramen noodles. Prepare yourself for a delicious journey, because one bowl of this incredible chicken ramen is rarely enough!
Effortless Crock Pot Chicken Ramen: Your New Go-To Comfort Meal
Are you constantly searching for easy and delicious chicken crockpot recipes that deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort? Look no further! This Slow Cooker Chicken Ramen recipe is not just a meal; it’s a culinary hug, a simple yet incredibly satisfying dish that promises to become a staple in your rotation. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity – just toss your ingredients into the slow cooker, set it, and let the magic happen. In a few hours, you’ll return to a fragrant kitchen and a piping hot meal ready to be enjoyed.
There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of soup to chase away the chill, especially during those cold, snowy evenings. Living in places like Spokane, where winter can be quite intense, I often crave hearty, warming dishes. This slow cooker soup fulfills that craving perfectly. Imagine coming home after a long day, perhaps after shoveling snow, to the comforting aroma of a delicious meal waiting for you. No stress, no last-minute cooking frenzy – just pure, unadulterated comfort food ready to serve. This is what our Crock Pot Chicken Ramen offers: a hassle-free, flavorful solution to your dinner dilemmas.
The Magic of Slow Cooking Ramen
Using a slow cooker for ramen might seem unconventional, but it’s a brilliant way to infuse deep flavors into your broth and achieve perfectly tender chicken without constant supervision. The low and slow cooking process allows the ingredients to meld beautifully, creating a more robust and nuanced taste than traditional stovetop methods. It’s also incredibly convenient for meal prepping or feeding a crowd, making it ideal for busy families or anyone who appreciates a delicious, home-cooked meal without the fuss.
This recipe transforms humble ingredients into a gourmet-like experience. The chicken becomes incredibly succulent, soaking up all the savory goodness of the broth, while the vegetables soften to perfection, adding natural sweetness and texture. The key is to add the ramen noodles towards the end of the cooking cycle, ensuring they remain al dente and don’t turn mushy. This thoughtful timing guarantees that every element of your chicken ramen is just right, from the tender protein to the springy noodles.
Essential Ingredients for Your Slow Cooker Chicken Ramen
Crafting the perfect bowl of slow cooker chicken ramen starts with a selection of fresh, flavorful ingredients. Each component plays a vital role in building the dish’s irresistible taste profile:
- Chicken Broth: The foundation of our ramen. A high-quality chicken broth will provide a rich, savory base. You can use store-bought low-sodium broth or homemade for an even deeper flavor.
- Cooked and Diced Chicken: Pre-cooked chicken breast or thighs are perfect for convenience. Dicing ensures bite-sized pieces that are easy to eat and distribute evenly throughout the soup.
- Sliced Onion: Adds an aromatic depth and subtle sweetness to the broth as it slowly cooks down.
- Fresh Peapods: These bright green pods offer a delightful crispness and a touch of sweetness, contributing vibrant color and texture to the ramen.
- Sweet Peppers: Sliced red or yellow bell peppers bring a gentle sweetness and a beautiful visual appeal, along with essential vitamins.
- Large Carrot, Sliced: Carrots add a natural sweetness and earthy flavor, softening beautifully during the slow cooking process.
- Ramen Noodles (without spice packet): The star of the dish! Choose your favorite brand of instant ramen noodles, but remember to discard the seasoning packet. We’ll be creating our own superior flavor profile. Lightly breaking them helps them fit into the pot and makes serving easier.
- Ginger (grated or minced): Fresh ginger introduces a warm, zesty, and slightly spicy kick that is crucial for authentic Asian-inspired flavors.
- Garlic (minced): A powerhouse of flavor, minced garlic adds a pungent, savory aroma that complements the ginger perfectly.
- Soy Sauce: Essential for umami and salinity. Opt for a good quality soy sauce to elevate the overall taste.
- Sesame Oil: A drizzle of toasted sesame oil at the end adds a nutty, aromatic finish that ties all the flavors together.
- Sriracha (as desired): For those who love a bit of heat, sriracha is the perfect addition to customize the spice level. Any other hot pepper sauce works well too.
- Salt (as desired): To season to your personal preference, balancing all the vibrant flavors.
Equipment to Master Your Slow Cooker Chicken Ramen
The star equipment for this recipe is, of course, the slow cooker! To ensure the best results and ultimate convenience, we highly recommend a Crockpot with a digital timer. This feature allows you to set the cooking time and automatically switches to a “warm” setting once the cooking cycle is complete. This means your dinner will never overcook, and it will be perfectly hot and ready whenever you are. This convenience is a game-changer for busy schedules, eliminating any stress about timing your meal perfectly.
Tips for the Perfect Chicken Ramen
To ensure your Slow Cooker Chicken Ramen is nothing short of spectacular, consider these simple tips:
- Don’t Overcook the Noodles: This is crucial! Ramen noodles cook quickly. Adding them too early will result in a mushy texture. Stick to the last 30 minutes of cooking for optimal results.
- Taste and Adjust: Before serving, always taste the broth and adjust seasonings. You might want more soy sauce, a pinch of salt, or an extra dash of sriracha to suit your palate.
- Garnish Generously: Elevate your ramen with fresh garnishes. Sliced green onions, a soft-boiled or hard-boiled egg, a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, or a swirl of chili oil can add both flavor and visual appeal. A wedge of lime squeezed over top can also brighten the flavors.
- Vegetable Variations: Feel free to experiment with other quick-cooking vegetables. Baby spinach, bok choy, sliced mushrooms, or bean sprouts can be added during the last 30 minutes alongside the noodles.
- Protein Power: While chicken is fantastic, you can also try adding thinly sliced pork or even tofu for a vegetarian option. If using raw chicken, ensure it’s fully cooked before adding the noodles.
Serving Suggestions and Leftovers
This Slow Cooker Chicken Ramen is a complete meal on its own, packed with protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates. However, if you’re looking to round out your meal, it pairs wonderfully with light side dishes for soup like a simple green salad with a sesame vinaigrette, or some crispy edamame. For an extra treat, consider serving it with a side of homemade gyoza or spring rolls.
Leftovers of this ramen are just as delicious! Store any remaining soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. When reheating, it’s best to do so gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. If the noodles have absorbed too much broth, you can add a little extra chicken broth or water to achieve your desired consistency. This recipe truly provides deliciousness for days!
Explore More Irresistible Crockpot Chicken Creations
If you’re a fan of the convenience and deliciousness that slow cooker chicken recipes offer, you’ll definitely want to try some of our other favorites:
Slow Cooker Chicken Orzo Casserole
Crock Pot White Chicken Chili
Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff
Crock Pot Chicken Stuffing Casserole
Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Stew
Don’t stop there! Dive into our extensive collection of copycat recipes, delectable dessert recipes, and our full range of Crock Pot Recipes for even more culinary inspiration.
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Crock Pot Chicken Ramen Recipe
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Ingredients
- 4 C Chicken Broth
- 1 C Chicken cooked and diced
- ½ Onion sliced
- ½ C pea pods fresh, sliced
- ½ C Sweet pepper sliced
- 1 Carrots large, sliced
- 1 pkg ramen noodles spice packet removed, lightly broken
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated or minced
- 1 teaspoon Garlic minced
- 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon Sesame Oil
- as desired sriracha or any other hot pepper
- as desired salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to the slow cooker EXCEPT the ramen noodles. Give everything a good stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours. The chicken should be tender and the vegetables softened.
- During the final 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the ramen noodles (without their spice packets). Continue to cook until the noodles are tender but still have a slight chew.
- Ladle into bowls, garnish as desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your incredibly comforting homemade Chicken Ramen!
Kitchen Tools
- Slow cooker (preferably with a digital timer)
Nutrition
Calories from Fat 27
Recipe originally shared on January 5, 2017. Updated January 2021.