Welcome to our collection of Chinese chicken recipes! Chinese cuisine is known for its delicious and varied use of chicken in dishes ranging from stir-fries to rice dishes to soups. In this post, we will be showcasing some of the most popular Chinese chicken recipes, as well as some lesser-known but equally tasty Indo-Chinese chicken recipes.
These recipes are perfect for those nights when you're craving the flavors of your favorite Chinese restaurant, but want to try making it at home. We'll show you how to recreate classic dishes like Kung Pao Chicken, General Tso's Chicken, chicken stir fry as well as how to make your own homemade versions of Chinese takeout staples like orange chicken and fried rice.
Jump to:
- Sweet and Sour Chicken
- General Tso's Chicken
- Chicken Stir Fry
- Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry
- Kung Pao Chicken
- Orange Chicken
- Lemon Chicken
- Honey Garlic Chicken Breast
- Szechuan Chicken (Schezwan Chicken)
- Hainanese Chicken Rice (Singapore Chicken Rice)
- Chicken Manchurian
- Dragon Chicken
- Chilli Chicken
- Schezwan Fried Rice
So whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a way to indulge in your favorite Chinese takeout flavors, we've got you covered. From easy weeknight dinners to show-stopping dishes for special occasions, our collection has something for everyone. So let's get cooking and explore the wonderful world of Chinese chicken dishes!
You can also find different collections of recipes below and more at recipe collections.
- Chinese Recipes
- Asian Recipes
- Chicken Wings Recipes
- Chicken Breast Recipes
- Chicken Thigh Recipes
- Chicken Curry Recipes
- Chicken Dinner Recipes
- Indian Chicken Recipes
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Sweet and Sour Chicken is a classic Chinese dish, known for its sweet, sour, and flavorful taste. The dish typically consists of chicken, bell peppers, pineapple, and aromatic ingredients, all stir-fried in a delicious and vibrant sweet and sour sauce. This homemade Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe is one of the best stir-fry dishes that comes together in under 30 minutes. It is perfect for both lunch and dinner and pairs exceptionally well with rice, noodles, and any side vegetables of your choice.
General Tso's Chicken
Experience the classic taste of General Tso's Chicken, a sweet and savory Chinese favorite. Boneless fried chicken is tossed in distinctive General Tso's Sauce, making it an excellent stir-fry dish for pairing with rice, fried rice, or noodles at lunch or dinner.
Chicken Stir Fry
Chicken Stir Fry is a sweet, savory, and protein-packed Asian dish. It is usually made with chicken, vegetables, and flavor-loaded stir fry sauce. This easy homemade Chicken Stir Fry is one of the best quick-to-make stir fry dishes that taste great for lunch and dinner with rice, brown rice, or noodles. And the bonus is you can enjoy a healthy protein-packed meal in under 30 minutes.
Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry
Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a delicious and popular Asian dish that is easy to make. This homemade stir fry is packed with flavor and is typically made with chicken, broccoli, basic seasonings, and a flavorful stir fry sauce. It is one of the best stir fry recipes that can be made in under 30 minutes and is perfect with noodles, white rice, jasmine rice, or brown rice. It can also be served with roasted or baked vegetables or soups for a satisfying lunch and dinner.
Kung Pao Chicken
Kung Pao Chicken, a spicy and flavorful Szechuan classic, combines chicken breast, Sichuan peppercorns, vegetables, and peanuts in a robust Kung Pao Sauce. Ideal for stir-fry lovers, it's great with rice or noodles for lunch or dinner.
Orange Chicken
Orange Chicken is a sweet, sour, sticky, and mildly spicy Chinese dish loaded with flavors of orange. It is usually made with crispy fried boneless chicken breast, basic aromatics, and flavorful orange sauce. This Chinese Orange Chicken is an easy-to-make side dish that can be whipped up in under 30 minutes. It tastes great over white rice, noodles, or fried rice for lunch and dinner. And the best part is it tastes similar to your favorite Asian take-outs.
Lemon Chicken
Lemon Chicken is a juicy, tender, and flavor-bursting under 30 minutes dish. It is usually made with chicken breast, basic seasoning spices, Italian herbs, and flavorful Lemon Butter Sauce. This Lemon Chicken Breast is one of the versatile and easy-to-make dishes that deliver a restaurant-quality dish at home. It can be a perfect dish to serve for lunch and dinner and pairs perfectly over pasta, rice or roasted or baked vegetables, or other sides of your choice.
Honey Garlic Chicken Breast
Honey Garlic Chicken Breast, a sweet and savory Chinese dish, is easily made with chicken breast or thighs, honey, garlic, and soy sauce. This homemade meal, bursting with flavor, is perfect for lunch or dinner and comes together in under 30 minutes.
Szechuan Chicken (Schezwan Chicken)
Szechuan Chicken, also known as Schezwan Chicken, is a classic from China's Sichuan province. Made with boneless chicken, a blend of seasonings, and distinct Sichuan Peppers, this spicy dish is perfect with fried rice, noodles, or as a standalone starter.
Hainanese Chicken Rice (Singapore Chicken Rice)
Experience the flavors of Southeast Asia with Hainanese Chicken Rice, a simple yet exquisite dish from China. Enjoy succulent poached chicken with jasmine rice, simmered in savory chicken broth and perfectly paired with traditional condiments. It’s not just a meal; it’s a journey into a world of delicate tastes and aromas, cherished from Hainan to Singapore and beyond.
Chicken Manchurian
Chicken Manchurian is a tasty Indo-Chinese side dish in which the fried chicken is stir fried with Indian and Chinese seasonings. This Chicken Manchurian can be a perfect side dish or starter for Chicken, egg, veg and seafood noodles or fried rice dishes.
Dragon Chicken
Dragon chicken is a delicious and popular restaurant-style Indo-Chinese starter or side dish. It is prepared with boneless chicken pieces that are stir-fried along with sauces and other ingredients. It is a sweet and fiery hot spicy dish that is usually served with fried rice, sticky rice, noodles, fried rice, or soup.
Chilli Chicken
Chilli Chicken is a crispy, spicy, and mildly sweet Indo-Chinese dish that has been adapted from Chinese Hakka Heritage. It is usually made with boneless chicken breast or thighs, basic Chinese sauces, and a few other aromatics. This Chinese Chilli Chicken is one of the best stir-fry dishes and is usually served as a starter or appetizer for lunch and dinner. And the best part is it tastes great as a side dish for fried rice, noodles, or soups.
Schezwan Fried Rice
Schezwan fried rice is a flavorful one pan Indo-Chinese rice meal that is made of basmati rice, veggies, eggs, and chicken. This recipe uses Szechuan sauce and soy sauce which is unique from regular fried rice recipes. It can be served for lunch and dinner.
Leave a Review