Deluxe Ramen or Ricks Ramen Noodles

Elevate your instant noodle game with Deluxe Ramen, also known as Rick’s Ramen Noodles—a comforting and flavorful twist on a pantry classic. This quick and easy recipe turns simple ramen into a gourmet experience by discarding the seasoning packet and building a rich, savory broth with chicken or vegetable stock, soy sauce, freshly grated ginger, and aromatic garlic. Packed with nutritious ingredients like shiitake mushrooms, baby spinach, julienned carrots, and soft-boiled eggs, this ramen feels wholesome without sacrificing convenience. Optional shredded chicken adds an extra protein boost, while toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions provide the ideal finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this hearty bowl of noodles is perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something satisfying, comforting, and a little more special than your everyday fare.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 packs instant ramen noodles (any flavor, discard seasoning packet)
• 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup baby spinach
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 2 scallions, sliced
• 2 soft-boiled eggs
• 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded (optional)
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium-sized pot of water to a boil and cook the instant ramen noodles for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a separate large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the soy sauce.

Step 4

Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms, julienned carrot, and baby spinach to the broth. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 5

If using cooked chicken breast, add it to the broth and heat through for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Divide the cooked noodles into two serving bowls. Ladle the hot broth and vegetables over the noodles.

Step 7

Top each bowl with a soft-boiled egg, sliced scallions, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy this upgraded, flavor-packed ramen.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1752.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1592.7

Total Fat 64.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 574.8mg	0%
Sodium 4934.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 113.9g	0%

Vitamin D 124IU	0%
Calcium 224.9mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 1973.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.8%

Protein: 28.9%

Carbs: 34.3%