Maruchan Creamy Chicken Ramen Noodle Soup

I grew up on Maruchan but the Creamy Chicken Flavor was never in our rotation. It was always the regular Chicken or the Beef. Trying it now I feel like I missed out on something.

Produced in the United States. Distributed by Japan.

What’s in the Package

Inside the wrapper is a classic block of deep-fried, curly wheat noodles. The flavor comes from a seasoning packet. Unlike the standard chicken flavor, this powder contains powdered cream substitute.

How to Cook Maruchan Creamy Chicken Ramen Noodle Soup

1. Bring 2 cups (approx. 500ml) of water to a boil in a small pot.
2. Add the noodle block and boil for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to separate the strands.
3. Turn off the heat and stir in the contents of the seasoning sachet.
4. Let it sit for 1 minute after stirring.

How Does It Taste

The creaminess hits you before you even taste it. You can smell the powdered milk concentrate note that tells you that it’ll be richer than a standard instant broth. That richness carries through into the flavor and gives the broth a 2 out of 5 on viscosity. Noticeably thicker than the regular Maruchan Chicken.

Then there’s something underneath the chicken and cream base that neither James nor I were expecting. It tastes like oregano or some kind of Italian seasoning. It’s a specific and unusual note for an instant ramen.

Whether that direction is intentional or just a side effect of the creamy seasoning blend I can’t say. But it’s there and it gives this variety a personality the rest of the Maruchan lineup doesn’t have.

The noodles are a 2 out of 5 on thickness. It’s the same solid Maruchan noodle that holds up well in the broth.

How Does It Compare

Within the Maruchan lineup the Creamy Chicken is the most distinct variety I’ve tried. The regular Chicken is cleaner and more straightforward. The Beef has that bold onion garlic aftertaste. The Creamy Chicken has the richest broth of the three and the most unexpected flavor note. It’s the one that will surprise you most if you’re working through the Maruchan lineup.

How to Level Up Maruchan Creamy Chicken Ramen Noodle Soup

Shredded cheese melted into the hot broth takes the creaminess further. Parmesan or mozzarella both feel natural given the Italian seasoning direction the bowl is already going. Shredded rotisserie chicken is the protein addition that makes the most sense here. Add a few dashes of Tabasco for heat.

Final Verdict

The Maruchan Creamy Chicken Ramen Noodle Soup is the most interesting variety in the Maruchan lineup and I wish it had been in our rotation growing up. The powdered milk creaminess gives the broth more body than any other Maruchan variety. James and I would reach for this one again.

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• Maruchan Roast Chicken Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup
• Snapdragon Chicken Ramen

Where to buy Maruchan Creamy Chicken Ramen Noodle Soup

• Amazon
• Kroger
• Walmart