Slow Cooker Chicken Ramen

Cozy, savory comfort made easy

This Slow Cooker Chicken Ramen is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it dinner for busy days when you’re craving something warm, flavorful, and satisfying. Tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and slurp-worthy noodles simmer together in a rich, savory broth that tastes like it took hours of hands-on effort (but didn’t!). Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or cozy weekends, this crockpot ramen saves time without sacrificing flavor. With simple pantry staples and minimal prep, you’ll have a comforting bowl of homemade ramen that feels restaurant-worthy—right from your slow cooker.

Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 6–7 hours (LOW) or 3–4 hours (HIGH)
• Total Time: ~6 hours 10 minutes
• Servings: 6 bowls

Ingredients

• 1½–2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1½ cups matchstick carrots
• 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 8 ounces sugar snap peas
• 3 medium scallions, chopped (plus extra for topping)
• 4 cups chicken stock
• ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 packets chicken-flavored ramen noodles (reserve one seasoning packet)
• Optional toppings: sliced scallions, halved hard-boiled eggs

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

• Slow cooker (4–6 quart)
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Wooden spoon or ladle

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

1. Add the base ingredients. Place chicken in the slow cooker. Sprinkle minced garlic evenly over the top.
2. Layer the veggies. Add carrots, bell pepper, sugar snap peas, and chopped scallions.
3. Make the broth. Pour in chicken stock, soy sauce, brown sugar, and one reserved ramen seasoning packet. Stir gently to combine
4. Slow cook. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken is very tender.
5. Shred the chicken. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, then return it to the slow cooker.
6. Add noodles. Break ramen noodles in half and stir them into the broth. Cover and cook 10–15 minutes until noodles are soft and glossy
7. Serve. Ladle into bowls and top with sliced scallions and hard-boiled eggs if desired

Pro Tips

• Make it spicy: Add chili garlic sauce or sriracha just before serving.
• Meal prep friendly: Store broth and chicken separately from noodles to avoid sogginess.
• Veggie swaps: Mushrooms, baby spinach, or bok choy work beautifully here.
• Richer flavor: A drizzle of sesame oil at the end adds depth and aroma.

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