Chicken Ramen Spinach Egg-Drop Soup for One
Chicken Ramen Spinach Egg-Drop Soup for One
Why I Love This Recipe
Sometimes you just need a bowl of something warm, cozy, and fast — and this recipe has become my weekday lunch hero. It’s comforting like takeout ramen but trimmed down to fit into a light, balanced meal.
I love that it’s flexible: you can use leftover chicken, canned chicken, or prepped chicken thighs, and you only need a handful of other pantry staples. You could use a small hunk of frozen spinach, if you don’t have any fresh lying around. The egg-drop swirl makes it feel fancy without extra effort, and the spinach sneaks in veggies without overpowering the broth.
This soup checks every box: quick, filling, high-protein, low-calorie, and ridiculously satisfying.
Why This Works Great for a Lunch
This is truly a one-pot, under-10-minutes recipe, perfect for a WFH lunch or a weekend treat. No long simmering times, no chopping mountains of veggies, no juggling three pans.
It’s just broth, chicken, ramen, spinach, and an egg, all working together in one pot. The half-packet of ramen noodles gives you that chewy comfort without weighing the meal down, and the chicken ramen seasoning ties it all together in seconds.
Why is This Recipe Good for Weight-Loss?
When people try to lose weight, they often cut out the foods that bring them comfort — noodles, warm broth, anything that feels like “real” comfort food. But I believe the opposite works better: keep the comfort, just make it work for your goals.
This soup is the definition of balanced comfort. At around 350 calories per serving (depending on your exact chicken), it’s protein-rich from the chicken and egg, veggie-boosted with spinach, and it’s portioned for a filling lunch (using just half a ramen noodle packet, rather than the whole thing.
When you can sit down to a steaming bowl of ramen at lunch and still stay on track with your goals, that’s what sustainable weight loss looks like.
Ingredient Spotlight: Ramen Noodles
Why ramen? Because sometimes you just need the real thing.
Millet ramen noodles (like Onetang brand) are a great option because they cook quickly, have a nice chewy bite, and mostly I chose them because they’re gluten-free (which I need, as a Celiac person). Plus, portioning them at half a packet means you still get the joy of ramen without an oversized calorie hit.
Variations and Assembly Tips
For a spicy kick, add chili flakes or a dash of sriracha to the broth.
Toss in mushrooms, zucchini, or shredded carrots if you want more bulk.
Use more water or broth for a lighter soup with the same flavor.
For a vegetarian swap, skip the chicken, double up the spinach, add some cubed soft tofu, and use veggie broth.
Want it to turn out silky and perfect every time? Here are a few tricks:
Cook noodles first, then add extras.
This keeps the spinach and chicken from overcooking.
Swirl for an egg-drop effect.
Crack your egg into a cup, whisk lightly, then drizzle it slowly into the simmering broth while stirring in circles. Instant restaurant vibes.
Add spinach at the end.
It wilts in seconds.
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I Have Celiac. How Do I Make This Safely Gluten Free?
You're in good hands — I have celiac disease too, so this recipe was made with gluten safety in mind! Here’s how to keep it close to 100% safe:
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Noodles
As of 9/10/25, the brand Onetang has millet ramen noodles that are certified gluten-free on their website and their packaging. But please, always check labels and ingredients because this information changes over time. -
Seasoning
Ramen noodle seasoning can sometimes have wheat in it, as part of an anti-caking agent. The brand Samabila has seasoning packets with no wheat ingredients (as of 9/11/25, it is certified gluten-free — but always confirm on the actual packet you bought).
Avoid Cross-Contamination at Home
If you're the only one in your house eating gluten-free, be sure that you’re using gluten-free designated cutting boards, and thoroughly cleaning pots and strainers.
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Chicken Ramen Spinach Egg-Drop Soup for One: Gluten-Free and Weight-Loss Friendly
A steaming bowl of ramen that feels like comfort food but won’t weigh you down — tender chicken, silky egg ribbons, and just enough noodles to make it cozy. Plus, it's gluten-free for the Celiacs like me! Enjoy!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil in a small pot. Stir in chicken-ramen seasoning to taste.
- Add ramen noodles and cook according to package directions until tender.
- Stir in chicken to warm through.
- In a small cup, whisk the egg and set aside.
- Add the spinach and let it wilt for 30–60 seconds.
- Slowly drizzle the beaten egg into the simmering broth while stirring in circles to create the egg-drop ribbons.
- Serve hot and enjoy your cozy, protein-packed ramen bowl! Great with a small 1/2 tsp drizzle of sesame oil or chili oil on top.
Notes
*As of 9/10/2025, the package and websites of these brands had gluten-free labelling:
- Onetang Milllet Ramen Noodles
- Samabila Mild Chicken Ramen Seasoning
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Nutrition Facts
Calories
360Fat
11 gSat. Fat
3.3 gCarbs
30 gFiber
2.2 gNet carbs
27.8 gSugar
.1 gProtein
32 gSodium
1088 mgCholesterol
301 mgThis wepbage provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online nutrition data from manufacturer and food retailer websites. By accessing or using this recipe, you are acknowledging and agreeing to the full nutrition information disclaimer for this website, which you can read in its entirety here.
Nutrition Disclaimer
This wepbage provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online nutrition data from manufacturer and food retailer websites. By accessing or using this recipe, you are acknowledging and agreeing to the full nutrition information disclaimer for this website, which you can read in its entirety using the link below.