20 Delicious Chinese Chicken Recipes for Any Night of the Week
With so many tasty ideas for chicken, you’ll never run out of dinner options.
Chinese chicken recipes go far beyond your go-to takeout order. From Chinese-inspired takes on healthy sandwiches and soups to more traditional dishes that’ll inspire you to expand your pantry recipe repertoire, this round-up of delicious recipes for chicken will instantly spark your appetite. Some of these ideas (like quick stir-frys or fried rice dishes) make excellent easy weeknight meals, while others are wow-worthy and fit for the weekend. Get ready for some major cravings ...
Dan Dan Noodles
Noodles coated in a sauce of tahini, soy sauce, garlic, ginger and Chinese black vinegar, then drizzled with chile oil, will be your next dinner party hit.
Sichuan Roasted Whole Chicken
Chicken rubbed with Sichuan peppercorn and stuffed with fresh aromatics will make a stunning centerpiece for your next special-occasion meal.
Chinese Chicken Salad Wraps
This Asian-inspired lunch gets a big flavor boost from Chinese ingredients like toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar and crunchy chow mein noodles.
Fiery Kung Pao Chicken
Calling all spice lovers: This classic Sichuan meal features chicken, peanuts and whole dried chiles.
Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry
Commonly found in Chinese restaurants across the U.S., this easy dish is a little sweet, a little spicy and a whole lot of yum.
Spicy Chicken Miso Stir-Fry
Pair your favorite Chinese-inspired dish with cauliflower rice instead of regular for a delicious, low-carb option.
Get the recipe from Spicy Chicken Miso Stir-Fry »
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Healthy 'Fried' Rice
A little less oil, brown rice and tons of veggies make your typical takeout order light enough for any day of the week.
Hoisin Chicken and Snow Peas
Hoisin sauce is a thick, sweet and salty sauce commonly used in Cantonese cuisine, and generously slathered over chicken here for lighting-fast flavor.
Chicken With Fried Cauliflower Rice
You won't believe how close this gets to the real thing — without a single grain in sight.
Orange Chicken
A variation of sweet-and-sour Chinese chicken dishes, this Chinese-American invention is always delicious and always addictive.
Cashew Chicken
This Chinese-inspired dish of juicy chicken in a spicy sauce with rich, crunchy cashews is pure comfort food.
Get the recipe from The Pioneer Woman »
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Pineapple Chicken
Sweet pineapples provide the perfect contrast to this spicy chicken dish. Pass the rice!
Chicken Chow Mein
This 30-minute meal brings incredible flavor and endless options to customize it according to what's in the fridge.
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Copycat Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Inspired by everyone's favorite app at P.F. Chang's, this version uses ground chicken flavored with hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, Sriracha and sesame oil.
Chicken and Broccoli
Juicy chicken and crisp broccoli in a rich brown sauce tastes just like your go-to restaurant order.
Chinese Bang Bang Chicken
Shredded chicken covered with a savory, nutty, spicy sauce makes a fun meal for game day or movie night.
Get the recipe from Omnivore's Cookbook »
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Chicken Mei Fun
Make this easy dish of rice noodles, vegetables, and chicken on Sunday and enjoy leftovers throughout the week.
Chicken Chop Suey
The point of this dish is to use up bits and bobs of leftovers. It's the perfect Friday night fridge clean-out meal.
Chicken Lo Mein
Ever had less-than-average lo mein? Now you can make it exactly how you want it, right at home.
General Tso's Chicken
Fried chicken tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce might not be 100% traditional, but it is always 100% delicious.
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