# Ready-to-Use Ramen Broths Swanson Ramen Chicken Broth Has a Rich, Umami Flavor By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-07-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ramen-chicken-broth References: [preparedfoods](https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/130722-swanson-taps-into-ramen-trend-with-new-chicken-broth-launch) & [conagrabrands](https://www.conagrabrands.ca/en/brands/swanson)  The [Swanson](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poultry-pouch) Ramen Chicken Broth is being added to the brand's portfolio as a ready-to-use broth product perfect for helping consumers to more easily create authentic meals from home. The product is crafted with a base of real chicken stock alongside garlic, ginger and soy to give it a rich, umami flavor in every serving that's perfect for use as the base in a bowl of ramen. The product's restaurant-style taste paired with its convenient format makes it a must-try amongst at-home chefs alike. The Swanson Ramen Chicken Broth comes in 32fl-oz cartons that are rolling out to retailers including [Walmart](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/top-ramen-x-bachans), [Kroger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turkey-soup), Meijer, Publix and more for $3.29. The product is great for ramen, but also suited for a range of additional recipes. Image Credit: Swanson's ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 45% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Convenience-driven Culinary Solutions:** The growing demand for ready-to-use cooking products like Swanson's Ramen Broth reflects a trend towards convenience-driven culinary solutions that allow consumers to effortlessly replicate restaurant-quality meals at home. - **Umami-centric Flavor Profiles:** The inclusion of umami-rich ingredients in packaged food products highlights a trend towards umami-centric flavor profiles that cater to sophisticated taste preferences and elevate home-cooked meals. - **Gourmet At-home Cooking Products:** The introduction of products like Swanson's Ramen Broth demonstrates a trend in gourmet at-home cooking solutions, enabling consumers to experiment with professional-grade ingredients in their own kitchens. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Packaged Broth and Soups:** The packaged broth and soups industry is experiencing disruptions as companies innovate with novel flavor profiles and convenient formats to attract at-home chefs. - **Home Cooking Kits:** As consumers seek more convenient meal preparation options, the home cooking kits industry is poised to expand with innovative products that simplify gourmet cooking at home. - **Specialty Grocery Retail:** The introduction of specialized products like ready-to-use flavorful broths can stimulate the specialty grocery retail industry by appealing to consumers interested in premium, restaurant-quality ingredients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Flavorful Bone Broth Ramens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-broth-ramen.md) - [Bouillon-Based Ramen Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/better-than-ramen.md) - [Umami Frozen Ramens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-ramen.md) - [Asian Cuisine Bone Broths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-bone-broth-products.md) - [At-Home Ramen Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayanoya-usa.md) - [Collagen-Infused Instant Ramen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-ramen.md) - [Clean-Label Soup Broths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/really-good-culinary-concentrates.md) - [Seaweed Ramen Broths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seaweed-ramen-broth.md) - [Minimally Processed Cooking Broths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stock-range.md)