Ramen recipe ideas for your next Football Sunday/Game Day Weekend
Football watch parties and game nights are all about top-tier snacks, but let’s go beyond wings and chips this time. Ready to shake things up? Enter ramen. With rich broths, bold toppings, and flavors that pack a punch, these ramen bowls bring something fresh to the spread—perfect for grabbing between plays or game rounds.
Got spice lovers in the crowd? There's ramen for that. Looking for hearty, protein-packed bowls? Covered. These recipes are built to satisfy and make any game night lineup unforgettable.
1. Spicy Kimchi Ramen Bites
Bring the flavor of Korean BBQ to your game day with Vegetarian Kimchi Ramen topped with spicy, crispy tofu bites. Cook up the noodles and let the bold kimchi broth add a kick to each bowl. Toss in tofu, some pickled radishes, and green onions for a fresh crunch that complements the spicy broth.
What you’ll need:
- 1 pack of Mike’s Mighty Good Vegetarian Kimchi Ramen
- Crispy tofu bites (seasoned with a pinch of paprika or gochugaru)
- Pickled radishes
- Green onions
Game Day Move: Serve these in smaller cups for a grab-and-go vibe. Offer up some sriracha or chili oil for those who like it extra spicy
2. Gochujang Chicken Wings with Ramen
These spicy-sweet wings paired with Mike’s Mighty Good Fried Garlic Chicken Ramen? Best combo ever.
What You’ll Need:
- 4 lbs chicken wings
- 1/4 cup gochujang
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp water, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar
- 6 cloves garlic (minced), 2 tbsp onion (chopped), 1 tbsp ginger (minced)
- 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 pack Mike’s Mighty Good Fried Garlic Chicken Ramen
- Corn, kimchi, sliced green onion, white sesame seeds, chili oil
How to Make:
- Whisk gochujang, brown sugar, soy sauce, water, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, garlic, onion, ginger, salt, and pepper into a marinade.
- Coat wings and marinate for 2-24 hours (trust us, the longer, the better).
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place wings on a baking sheet, drizzle with marinade, and bake for 45 minutes. Flip and bake for 15 more minutes until crispy.
- Cook Mike's Mighty Good Fried Garlic Chicken Ramen as directed.
- Assemble your bowl: top ramen with baked wings, corn, kimchi, and a drizzle of chili oil. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Game Day Move: Serve the wings on the side or put 'em right on top of that ramen as per personal preference
3. Garlic Chicken Ramen Skewers
Make Fried Garlic Chicken Ramen the base for this crowd-pleaser. Skewer pieces of grilled chicken, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes, and place them atop each bowl of garlicky broth. The smoky, garlic flavor pairs perfectly with the char on the skewers, making it easy for guests to grab and enjoy.
What you’ll need:
- 1 pack of Mike’s Mighty Good Fried Garlic Chicken Ramen
- Grilled chicken pieces
- Bell peppers (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- Cherry tomatoes
Game Day Move: Serve the ramen in wide, shallow bowls so the skewers rest on top. This makes it easy to grab a skewer and get all those great flavors in one bite
- Brisket Chili Ramen Bowl
For those craving heartier flavors, Beef Brisket Ramen topped with chili is the way to go. Cook the ramen and pour it over a scoop of chili, then add a few slices of tender brisket. Finish it off with shredded cheese, diced onions, and a dash of hot sauce if you want to turn up the heat.
What you’ll need:
- 1 pack of Mike’s Mighty Good Beef Brisket Ramen
- Chili (homemade or store-bought)
- Sliced brisket (optional)
- Shredded cheese
- Diced onions
- Hot sauce
Game Day Move: Offer mini bowls with a spoonful of chili, brisket slices, and cheese for everyone to build their own brisket ramen bowl. This one’s a total game-changer.
5. Firecracker Chicken Meatball Ramen
Meatballs and ramen? A match made in heaven. These spicy chicken meatballs bring the heat, perfectly balancing out the creamy Fried Garlic Chicken Ramen.
What you’ll need:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper, 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup sriracha
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp crushed red pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 pack Mike’s Mighty Good Fried Garlic Chicken Ramen
- Red chilis (sliced), corn, soft boiled egg, chili oil
Preheat your oven to 475°F. Mix ground chicken with garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, breadcrumbs, and eggs, then form meatballs and bake for 8-10 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk together sriracha, brown sugar, salt, red pepper, and lime juice. Coat the meatballs in the sauce and bake for another 1-2 minutes. Prepare the Fried Garlic Chicken Ramen, then assemble your bowl with meatballs, sliced red chilis, corn, soft boiled egg, and a drizzle of chili oil.
These ramen bowls aren’t your usual game-day fare—they bring bold flavors and something new to the spread, keeping things exciting for everyone. Pile on the toppings, keep the flavors strong, and let ramen steal the show this football Sunday!
Mike’s Mighty Good ramen is no ordinary instant ramen. Made with organic, steamed (not fried) noodles, rich broths, and crafted flavors, it’s a game-changer for game day. Each flavor is loaded with top-quality, real ingredients that bring comfort and big flavor. Perfect for football Sundays or any watch party, these ramen packs are designed to be easy to make, taste to impress and keep everyone coming back for more.
