Description
A quick and delicious Garlic Butter Ramen Noodles recipe that combines buttery garlic flavors with tender ramen noodles, enhanced by chicken stock and fresh parsley. Perfect for a comforting meal ready in just 11 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Butter & Garlic
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced (or use 4 medium)
Broth & Seasonings
- 1 and ½ cups chicken stock (33% less sodium)
- â…› teaspoon salt
- â…› teaspoon black pepper powder
Noodles & Garnish
- 2 (3 ounces) packages instant ramen noodles, flavor packets discarded
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Add Butter and Garlic: Place 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and the minced garlic into a cold medium-sized skillet or pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the garlic turns lightly golden and fragrant.
- Add Stock and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken stock, then add salt and black pepper powder. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Cook Noodles: Add the instant ramen noodles to the skillet and cook, stirring every 20-30 seconds. Continue cooking until most of the liquid has evaporated and the noodles are tender.
- Finish Dish: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter along with the minced fresh or dried parsley to add aroma and flavor.
- Serve: Serve the garlic butter ramen noodles hot and enjoy this simple, flavorful dish.
Notes
- Using unsalted butter allows better control over the dish’s saltiness.
- Discard the ramen flavor packets to avoid overpowering the garlic butter flavor.
- You can substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock for a lighter flavor.
- Fresh parsley provides a brighter flavor compared to dried parsley.
- Stir frequently to prevent garlic from burning and noodles sticking to the pan.
