One-Pan Creamy Peanut Butter Ramen with Glazed Chicken

When you want deeply satisfying, takeout-style noodles without the long prep time or piling up dirty dishes, this One-Pan Creamy Peanut Butter Ramen is an absolute lifesaver!

Everything cooks together in a single pan—the noodles simmer directly in a rich, savory broth made with peanut butter, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and aromatic garlic and onion. Topped with a tender, cross-hatched chicken breast coated in a sweet and savory garlic honey glaze, it’s a quick, high-protein meal that comes together in just about 10–15 minutes.

Prep time, Cook time, Servings

• Prep time: 5 minutes

• Cook time: 12 minutes

• Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

For the Garlic Honey Chicken

• 1 skinless, boneless chicken breast

• 1 tbsp honey

• 1 clove fresh garlic, minced (or ¼ tsp garlic powder)

• ½ tsp favorite chicken seasoning (or salt, pepper, & paprika)

• 1 tsp oil (for cooking)

For the One-Pan Peanut Ramen

• 1 block ramen noodles (seasoning packet discarded or saved for later)

• 1 tbsp creamy peanut butter

• 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce

• 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)

• 1 clove fresh garlic, minced

• ¼ tsp garlic powder

• ¼ tsp onion powder

• 1 cup hot water

• 2 stalks green onion, chopped (divided)

• 1 tsp sesame seeds

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For Garnish

• Extra green onions & sesame seeds

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep & Cook the Chicken 🍗

Using a sharp knife, score diagonal cuts (a cross-hatch pattern) across the top of the chicken breast to help it absorb the glaze and cook evenly. Season both sides with your chicken seasoning, salt, and pepper, then coat with minced garlic and honey. Heat a small splash of oil in a skillet over low heat. Add the chicken and cook slowly, turning occasionally, until it is tender, fully cooked through, and beautifully glazed. Remove and set aside.

2. Combine Ramen Ingredients in One Pan 🥘

In a wide skillet or pan, place the dry ramen noodle block. Add the creamy peanut butter, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced fresh garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, half of the chopped green onions, sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper directly around the noodles.

3. Add Water & Simmer 🌊

Pour 1 cup of hot water over the ingredients. Cover the pan with a lid and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.

4. Mix & Coat 🥢

Uncover the pan after 2–3 minutes as the noodles begin to soften. Use tongs or a fork to gently break apart the noodles and stir everything together, coating the ramen in the rich, creamy peanut sauce. Let it simmer for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the noodles.

5. Top & Serve 😋

Plate the creamy peanut noodles, slice or place your glazed chicken breast right on top, and garnish with remaining fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve warm!

📊 Estimated Macros (Per Serving)