There’s a reason why chicken is so popular – you can make it so many ways. There are lots of delicious Chinese chicken recipes for example! Here’s 20+ delicious Chinese chicken recipes to try!
Dark Meat vs. White Meat
I personally prefer dark meat, so a lot of the recipes use chicken thighs. If you’re not a huge fan of dark meat, you could also do this for chicken breast.
Note – Depending on the thickness of the chicken breast though, you may need to adjust the timing. Just make sure that the chicken is thoroughly cooked before serving!
If you’re curious about the differences between the two, here’s an article all about it.
Chinese Condiments, Sauces, and Spices
One of the reasons Chinese food tastes so good is because of all the various sauces, oils, and spices we use. It might seem kind of complicated, but really it boils down to some different types of Chinese Sauces and Spices to keep in your pantry!
That’s why I put together this guide on Chinese Sauces, Condiments, and Other Pantry Items – so if you’re ever looking at a Chinese recipe and you’re not sure what the condiment is about… be sure to check out that guide!
Delicious Chinese Chicken Recipes
There's a reason why chicken is so popular - you can make it so many ways. There are lots of delicious Chinese chicken recipes for example! Here's 10+ delicious Chinese chicken recipes to try!
Easy Chinese Chicken Fried Rice
Do you have leftover cooked rice around? If so, perfect! Time to make some authentic Chinese Chicken Fried Rice! This recipe is easy and super tasty – chicken, peas, carrots, onions, eggs, ham, and green onions – what is not to love? Better than take out and much healthier too! There’s also a gluten free option!
Chicken and Snow Peas Stir Fry
Chicken and Snow Peas Stir Fry – marinated sliced chicken stir fried with crunchy snow peas and garlic in a tasty sauce! This dish is perfect for any day of the week.
Garlic Soy Sauce Chicken
This Garlic Soy Sauce Chicken is so delicious – what is it? It’s garlic soy sauce marinated chicken pan fried, and the drizzled with the garlic soy glaze!
Mongolian Chicken Stir Fry
Mongolian Chicken - made with marinated sliced chicken stir fried with sliced onions and green onions in a delicious sauce. Easy to make and delicious!
Chicken with Green Beans Stir Fry
This Chicken with Green Beans Stir Fry is a simple stir fry that we like to make! We marinade the chicken and then stir fry with green beans in a tasty sauce. I recommend serving with a bowl of white rice!
Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry
Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry – marinated chicken stir fried with garlic, ginger, shiitake mushrooms, cabbage and more in a flavorful sauce!
Bok Choy Chicken Stir Fry
Bok Choy Chicken Stir Fry is a simple stir fry for any night of the week! Marinated diced chicken stir fired with crunchy bok choy - what's not to like!
Chicken Shiitake Mushrooms Stir Fry
Chicken Shiitake Mushrooms Stir Fry - marinated tender chicken stir fried with sliced shiitake mushrooms and onions in a tasty sauce!
Chicken Egg Drop Soup with Shiitake Mushrooms
One of the most popular Chinese soaps is Egg Drop soup! But did you know there are actually several versions? This Chicken Egg Drop Soup with Shiitake Mushrooms is a tasty version that is also very easy to make!
Moo Goo Gai Pan
When I was growing up, my family made fun of me for being a carnivore. I’ll admit, back in days I was all about the meat – chicken, pork, beef, lamb, you name it! But at some point, I really started enjoying eating veggies too. Now it feels odd when I eat a meal without veggies! That’s why one of my fave Chinese take out menu items is Moo Goo Gai Pan. It’s one of the healthier options – Chicken with mushrooms and other veggies!.
Chinese Shredded Chicken Cucumber Salad
Chinese Shredded Chicken Cucumber Salad is a very refreshing side dish or appetizer and perfect for the summer. At my house, we make it almost every time we have left over chicken. You get to use up the left over chicken and eat a yummy dish!
Chicken with Broccoli (Chinese Recipe)
There’s a few things I like to order when I’m eating Chinese takeout and trying to eat healthier. One of these things is Chicken with Broccoli. Turns out it is also easy to make at home! Here’s my Chicken with Broccoli Chinese Recipe if you’re looking to learn how!
Spicy Jalapeño Chicken Stir Fry
This Jalapeño Chicken Stir Fry is one of my favorite dishes by my mom. Once I have one bite of it, I can’t stop! Next thing you know, I ate almost all of it and I’m complaining about how full I am but guess what – totally worth it! Something about the jalapeno and the hot sauce combo just gives it the right amount of delicious kick.
Coconut Chicken Curry with Potatoes
This Coconut Curry Chicken dish is cooked with Potatoes and is not only a super flavorful dish, but it’s also easy to make and healthy for you! I have my mom to thank for this one! I learned this delicious recipe from her. Warning though, you are going to get SO hungry cooking this because the coconut milk smells amazing!
Chinese Chicken Wings Air Fryer
This Air Fryer Chinese Chicken Wings dish is tasty and easy to make! The chicken wings are marinated with a mix of sauces and air fried for less than 20 minutes.
Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry
This Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry is a simple stir fry that we like to make! We marinade the chicken and then stir fry with sliced zucchini in a tasty sauce, and then either serve with white rice or noodles!
Chicken with Mushroom (Chinese Recipe)
This Chinese Chicken with Mushroom is a simple stir fry recipe that makes a delicious entrée! It’s made with chicken, mushrooms of your choice (here I use cremini mushrooms), scallions and more. I prefer to also add some dried red chili peppers to add an extra kick too!
Chicken Stir Fry with Eggplant and Tomatoes
Chicken Stir Fry with Eggplant and Tomatoes – Marinated chunks of chicken, stir fried with chunks of eggplants and tomatoes with a tasty sauce! The sauce this one comes with is so yummy on white rice, or you can mix it with some noodles too!
Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken (aka 三杯鷄)
Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken (aka Sanbeiji) – chicken simmered in a delicious sauce made with soy sauce, rice wine, and sesame oil, along with ginger and basil. One of my faves growing up!
Red Braised Chicken (Hong Shao Ji)
Red Braised Chicken (or aka Red Cooked Chicken) is such a delicious chicken dish – it’s made by browning chicken and then simmering with soy sauce, ginger, green onions, and more!
Sichuan Peppercorn Chicken
Sichuan Peppercorn Chicken Thighs is a dish we make quite often, as it is not only tasty but also super easy to make! Add ingredients to chicken thighs, let it soak it in, pan fry and serve!
Chicken Asparagus Stir Fry
This Chicken Asparagus Stir Fry is a delicious and easy Chinese dish! Marinated chicken stir fried with crunchy asparagus – healthy and delicious, what’s not to love!
Chinese Chicken with Pickled Mustard Greens (Suan Cai)
Chinese Chicken with Pickled Mustard Greens (Suan Cai) - Marinated diced chicken, stir fried with garlic, peppers, and pickled mustard greens in a chili bean paste and soy sauce.
Chicken Zucchini Mushrooms Stir Fry
This Chicken Zucchini Mushrooms Stir Fry is a simple stir fry that we like to make! We marinade the chicken and then stir fry with sliced mushrooms and zucchini, and then either serve with white rice or noodles!
Sesame Oil Chicken Recipe (Ma You Ji)
Sesame Oil Chicken is a super flavorful traditional Taiwanese dish made by cooking chicken with sesame oil, sliced ginger and rice wine. Not to be confused with the popular Sesame Chicken dish served in Chinese Restaurants in America, this dish is savory and not sweet. This recipe is easy and delicious!
Szechuan Chicken (Sichuan Chicken)
This is such a delicious way to make Szechuan chicken! Marinated bite sized chicken, stir fried with garlic, red chili, scallions and more!
Chinese Chicken Mushroom Soup
This Chinese Chicken Mushroom Soup (香菇雞湯) is on my rotation week after week. It’s not hard to see why, the broth is insanely tasty, as the soup is made with one whole chicken, shiitake mushrooms, red dates and more!
Three Cup Chicken Wings
Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken Wings (aka 三杯雞翅) – chicken wings simmered in a delicious sauce made with soy sauce, rice wine, and sesame oil, along with ginger and basil.
Chicken Congee
Chicken congee is a savory rice porridge that I grew up eating as a comfort food. It’s made by simmering rice in chicken broth with chicken and veggies – the ultimate comforting dish for when I wasn’t feeling well or just wanted something to warm me up!
If you liked this round up, you may also wanna check out some of my other round ups! Here’s some to check out:
20+ Delicious Asian Noodle Soup Recipes
30+ Delicious Asian Shrimp Recipes
10+ Delicious Chinese Beef Recipes