Crock Pot Ramen: Easy 5-Ingredient Comfort Food (Print Version)
Make delicious Crock Pot Ramen with just 5 ingredients! This easy slow cooker recipe delivers warm, comforting noodles and savory broth with minimal effort.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 240 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 255 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Japanese
# Ingredients:
→ The Hearty Foundation
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2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
→ Umami-Rich Elixirs
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1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
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1 tsp Sriracha (optional, for a kick)
→ Noodle & Freshness Boost
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18 oz dried ramen noodles (without seasoning packets)
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5 oz fresh baby spinach
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6 large eggs, soft-boiled and halved
→ Finishing Touches & Garnish
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1/2 cup chopped green onions, for garnish
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1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
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Salt and black pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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In a 6-quart or larger slow cooker, combine 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms, 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, and 1 tsp Sriracha (if using). This forms the flavorful base for your Crock Pot Ramen: Easy 5-Ingredient Comfort Food.
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Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shredded. The long, slow simmer allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a rich broth for your Crock Pot Ramen: Easy 5-Ingredient Comfort Food.
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Carefully remove the cooked chicken thighs from the slow cooker and place them on a cutting board. Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, stirring it into the flavorful broth.
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Increase the slow cooker heat to HIGH (if possible, or continue on LOW if not) and add 18 oz dried ramen noodles (without seasoning packets) to the broth. Stir well to submerge the noodles. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the noodles are tender, ensuring they absorb the delicious flavors of this Crock Pot Ramen: Easy 5-Ingredient Comfort Food. Stir in 5 oz fresh baby spinach until wilted.
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While the noodles cook, prepare your soft-boiled eggs. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Gently lower 6 large eggs into the boiling water and cook for exactly 6-7 minutes for a jammy yolk. Immediately transfer to an ice bath, then peel and halve.
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Taste the Crock Pot Ramen: Easy 5-Ingredient Comfort Food and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Ladle generous portions into serving bowls. Top each bowl with a halved soft-boiled egg, a sprinkle of 1/2 cup chopped green onions, and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
# Notes:
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For perfectly jammy soft-boiled eggs, ensure your water is at a rolling boil before adding the eggs, and plunge them into an ice bath immediately after cooking to stop the process.
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Leftover Crock Pot Ramen can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best results, store noodles and broth separately if possible, and add fresh noodles when reheating.
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Feel free to customize your ramen with other vegetables like sliced carrots, bok choy, or corn. Add heartier vegetables earlier in the cooking process with the chicken.
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Adjust the Sriracha to your preferred spice level, or omit it entirely for a milder broth. A dash of chili oil at serving can also add a nice kick.
# Tools You'll Need:
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6-quart slow cooker
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Cutting board
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Chef's knife
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Small saucepan
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 741 kcal
Total Fat: 33 g
Total Carbohydrate: 60 g
Protein: 53 g