Description
This skillet dinner is the ultimate glow-up for budget ramen. Tender chicken, garlicky cream sauce, and a swirl of herby pesto coat those curly noodles in rich, velvety goodness. It’s fast, fancy-ish, and full of comfort—like fettuccine Alfredo took a trip to flavor town with a basil twist.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan
¼ cup prepared pesto
Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional: cherry tomatoes, fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Cook the ramen: Boil noodles until just tender, drain, and set aside.
Cook the chicken: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add garlic and cook 1 min. Pour in cream, bring to a simmer, then stir in Parmesan until smooth.
Finish: Add pesto and stir to combine. Toss in ramen noodles and cooked chicken. Mix until everything’s creamy and coated.
Serve: Top with basil or cherry tomatoes if using.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 520
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 36g