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    10/24/2022

    41 Popular Chinese Chicken Recipes for Easy and Delicious Dinner

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    Next time when you crave takeout food, try these delicious but easy-to-make Chinese Chicken Recipes!

    From Kung Pao Chicken to General Tso’s Chicken to Chicken Fried Rice, this collection has covered 41 of the most popular Chinese chicken recipes that are quick and easy, perfect for a weeknight dinner. 

    Now let’s get cooking and enjoy your favorite Chinese takeouts at home! 

    Table of Contents Show
    How Do Chinese Restaurants Keep Chicken Moist?
    Easy Chinese Chicken Recipes
    Kung Pao Chicken
    Chicken Chow Fun (Chicken Fried Rice Noodles)
    Chinese Chicken With Garlic Sauce
    Chinese Curry Chicken
    Chicken And Broccoli Stir Fry
    Chinese Chicken Salad
    Chinese Chicken Wings
    Chinese Fried Chicken
    Easy Sesame Chicken
    Chinese Almond Chicken
    Orange Chicken
    Chinese Lemon Chicken
    Chicken Lo Mein
    Moo Goo Gai Pan
    Chicken Stir Fry
    Crispy Sweet and Sour Chicken
    General Tso’s Chicken
    Bourbon Chicken
    Szechuan Chicken
    Hunan Chicken
    Chicken Fried Rice
    Chicken Chow Mein
    Cashew Chicken
    Chicken Chop Suey
    Mongolian Chicken
    Pineapple Chicken
    Hoisin Chicken
    Chicken Lettuce Wraps
    Crispy Chicken Egg Rolls
    Bang Bang Chicken
    Chicken Mei Fun
    Chinese Honey Chicken
    Chicken Feet
    Easy Sautéed Chicken Hearts Recipe
    Chinese Chicken On A Stick
    Chinese Chicken Herbal Soup
    Black Pepper Chicken
    Chinese Hot And Spicy Chicken
    Chinese Coconut Chicken
    Chinese Chicken Dumplings
    Best Chinese Chicken Recipe Collection

    How Do Chinese Restaurants Keep Chicken Moist?

    To keep chicken moist and tender, Chinese restaurants use a technique called velveting, a process used in Chinese cooking to make meat soft and tender. It means “pass coated meat through” boiling water or hot oil. 

    It starts with a marinating process by coating the meat with a mixture of cornstarch, egg white and rice vinegar, then let the meat sit in the mixture for over 30 minutes. The meat is then par-cooked in boiling water or hot oil quickly. The cooking process finishes by stir-frying the velveted meat.

    Easy Chinese Chicken Recipes

    Kung Pao Chicken

    Kung Pao Chicken

    This chicken dish is one of the most popular dish at Chinese restaurants. Now you can make it easily at home. It’s easier than you think, and is better than any you’ve had at a restaurant.

    Chicken Chow Fun (Chicken Fried Rice Noodles)

    Chicken Chow Fun (Chicken Fried Rice Noodles)

    This fried rice noodle dish is loaded with wide noodles, tender chicken pieces, and crispy vegetables, and it’s ready in minutes! Prepare to be amazed at what you can create with just a few ingredients and a nonstick skillet!

    Chinese Chicken With Garlic Sauce

    Chinese Chicken With Garlic Sauce

    Loaded with mouthwatering flavor, this Chinese chicken is so easy to make that you will hardly believe it. Yes, you can make a tasty and healthy dish even on a busy weeknight.

    Chinese Curry Chicken 

    Chinese Curry Chicken 

    This easy and delicious Chinese curry recipe is ready in under 30 minutes! It combines chicken, curry, snow peas, carrots, and onions for a healthy and tasty dinner that rivals the one from your favorite Chinese restaurant.

    Chicken And Broccoli Stir Fry 

    Chicken And Broccoli Stir Fry 

    This stir-fry dish combines juicy chicken and tender broccoli for a simple meal that’s ready in just 15 minutes! It’s a quick and easy dinner idea that will make your mouth water.

    Chinese Chicken Salad

    Chinese Chicken Salad

    Loaded with chicken, noodles, cabbage, and carrots, this Chinese salad is easy to make and full of flavors. It’s perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinner.

    Chinese Chicken Wings

    Chinese Chicken Wings

    If you love chicken wings, you got to try these Chinese-style wings. Seasoned with soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, and ground ginger, this dish is so flavorful and will soon be your new favorite! 

    Chinese Fried Chicken

    Chinese Fried Chicken

    Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, this Chinese fried chicken dish is so finger-licking delicious. It’s one of our favorite fried chicken recipes, and will be a guaranteed hit! 

    Easy Sesame Chicken

    Easy Sesame Chicken

    Sticky and crispy easy Sesame Chicken made fast and simple, with the most delicious sweet and savory sesame chicken sauce. This easy Chinese recipe takes less than 30 minutes to make and is so much better than takeout!

    Chinese Almond Chicken

    Chinese Almond Chicken

    The chicken is fried to perfection and then placed on top of lettuce. Top it with almond-flavored gravy and Chinese mustard. It’s one of our favorite Chinese chicken recipes and a must-try!

    Orange Chicken

    Orange Chicken

    This Chinese chicken recipe is made with crispy fried chicken coated in a sticky orange chicken sauce. Just like Panda Express but even better!

    Chinese Lemon Chicken

    Chinese Lemon Chicken

    This Lemon Chicken is an easy and crispy Chinese chicken dish that’s sweet and savory, balanced with tangy flavor. It’s a perfect weeknight meal as Chinese lemon chicken can be ready in under 30 minutes, so much better than takeout.

    Chicken Lo Mein

    Chicken Lo Mein

    This easy Chinese chicken noodle recipe will become one of your go-to recipes for stir-fried noodles. It’s so much better than takeout and only takes 20 minutes to prepare for a quick weeknight dinner!

    Moo Goo Gai Pan

    Moo Goo Gai Pan

    This is a delicious Chinese chicken and vegetable stir-fry recipe with a mouthwatering moo goo gai pan sauce. I will share with you easy restaurant techniques for making the most tender and flavorful chicken for stir-fry. This recipe is healthy, keto-friendly and low in calories.

    Chicken Stir Fry

    Chicken Stir Fry

    This dish is loaded with tender chicken and vegetables in a delicious sauce. This chicken stir fry recipe will be on your table in 20 minutes for a healthy weeknight dinner that’s easy to make!

    Crispy Sweet and Sour Chicken

    Crispy Sweet and Sour Chicken

    This recipe combines crispy chicken with chunks of onion, bell pepper and pineapple in a sticky homemade sauce. Serve it in rice bowls for a quick weeknight dinner. So much better than takeout!

    General Tso’s Chicken

    General Tso’s Chicken

    This is an easy Chinese chicken recipe with general tso’s sauce cooked in 20 minutes! Crispy and tender chicken thighs coated in a homemade sticky tangy stir-fry sauce, totally irresistible.

    Bourbon Chicken

    Bourbon Chicken

    This chicken recipe is loaded tender chunks of chicken coated in a sweet and sticky sauce. Common in Cajun-themed Chinese restaurants, you can easily make this dish at home in 20 minutes. Faster than takeout!

    Szechuan Chicken

    Szechuan Chicken

    This Chinese dish has the perfect combination of spicy, salty and sweet flavors. This easy Szechuan style chicken recipe tastes like your favorite Chinese takeout and is ready in less time. The best part, you can control the spiciness to make it mild or extra hot!

    Hunan Chicken

    Hunan Chicken

    Hunan Chicken is a spicy stir-fry dish with sliced chicken breast and mixed vegetables in a delicious Hunan sauce. Spicy chili bean paste lends a wonderful salty and spicy flavor to this easy recipe that rivals authentic Chinese takeout!

    Chicken Fried Rice

    Chicken Fried Rice

    Loaded with eggs, chicken, rice, peas, onion, corn and carrots, this is one of the most takeout items at Chinese restaurants. But now you can make it at home in under 20 minutes. Irresistibly Delicious.

    Chicken Chow Mein

    Chicken Chow Mein

    This chow mein recipe is probably already one of your favorite Chinese takeout dishes. This one-pan dinner is so satisfying with chicken, vegetables, classic chow mein noodles, and the best homemade chow mein sauce. Also, it’s way healthier than ordering takeout.

    Cashew Chicken

    Cashew Chicken

    Cashew nuts add a special texture to the dish, and make it incredibly comforting and satisfying. Cashew and chicken are a great combination, and your family will absolutely love this dish. 

    Chicken Chop Suey

    Chicken Chop Suey

    Loaded with tender chicken and vegetables like carrots, celery, and bean sprouts, this Chinese chicken recipe is so easy to make and budget-friendly. You can serve it with steamed rice or Chinese noodles for a complete meal.  

    Mongolian Chicken

    Mongolian Chicken

    If you like P.F Chang’s Mongolian Beef, you have to try this Mongolian chicken recipe. The chicken slices are sauteed in a sweet and savory sauce, making it incredibly flavorful and delicious. 

    Pineapple Chicken

    Pineapple Chicken

    This is a quick stir-fry with juicy chunks of chicken and pineapple in a tangy sauce. Make this easy pineapple chicken recipe in just 20 minutes for a weeknight dinner the whole family will love. So much better than takeout!

    Hoisin Chicken

    Hoisin Chicken

    Sweet and savory, this Chinese-style chicken recipe is loaded with tender chicken and healthy vegetables. Try it out and your family will love it! 

    Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Just like P.F. Chang’s lettuce wrap, this chicken lettuce wrap is so easy and full of flavors. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal! 

    Crispy Chicken Egg Rolls

    Crispy Chicken Egg Rolls

    These chicken egg rolls are crispy on the outside with flavorful chicken and vegetable fillings on the inside. It’s one of our favorite Chinese appetizers, and you can serve this with duck sauce. So delicious. 

    Bang Bang Chicken

    Bang Bang Chicken

    This dish is crispy and sizzling chicken smothered in a creamy, sweet and spicy bang bang sauce.  It’s great added to pasta, rice or tacos!

    Chicken Mei Fun

    Chicken Mei Fun

    Mei Fun is a delicious stir fry of thin rice noodles combined with pork and vegetables along with some shrimp or chicken. Curry powder adds a bright yellow color and some mild heat to this favorite Chinese dish!

    Chinese Honey Chicken

    Chinese Honey Chicken

    Sticky, sweet, and crunchy, this chicken dish is made with a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. It will be on your dinner table in no time, and will be a great hit! 

    Chicken Feet

    Chicken Feet

    These braised Chicken feet are cooked long and slow in a rich sauce – so tender and flavorful! This healthy recipe rivals what you would find in the best Chinese Dim Sum restaurant. The best part? No deep-frying is required!

    Easy Sautéed Chicken Hearts Recipe

    Easy Sautéed Chicken Hearts Recipe

    Economical and tasty, Chicken hearts are quick and easy to make. They’re also an excellent source of protein and can be served alongside rice, potatoes, and veggies for a delicious meal.

    Chinese Chicken On A Stick

    Chinese Chicken On A Stick

    When the weather is warm, it’s always fun to have a meal outside on the backyard deck. One dish that’s easy to make and always gets rave reviews is Chinese grilled chicken on a Stick. It’s quick, tasty, and pairs well with salads, rice, or potatoes!

    Chinese Chicken Herbal Soup

    Chinese Chicken Herbal Soup

    Chinese chicken soup is warm, nutritious, and comforting, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner during cold weather. 

    Black Pepper Chicken

    Black Pepper Chicken

    This is one of our favorite quick-and-easy Chinese recipes that are great for a weeknight dinner. You can also cook a big batch for meal prep. With a few simple ingredients, this recipe comes together in no time! 

    Chinese Hot And Spicy Chicken

    Chinese Hot And Spicy Chicken

    If you like spicy food, you got to try this Chinese spicy chicken. When cooking at home, you can easily adjust the heat level and make it perfect for your family! 

    Chinese Coconut Chicken

    Chinese Coconut Chicken

    Coconut adds a great flavor to your chicken dish. Skip the takeout and make this chicken recipe at home! With a few simple ingredients like chicken, eggs, milk, and spices, you can make it quickly for a weeknight dinner. 

    Chinese Chicken Dumplings

    Chinese Chicken Dumplings

    Dumplings are one of the classic dishes in China. If you have ground chicken, you can turn it into an amazing dumpling dish with a few simple ingredients. Serve them with duck sauce or dumpling sauce for a perfect meal! 

    If Kung Pow Chicken is one of your go-to dishes when you order Chinese food, why not make it at home? It’s easier than you think, and is better than any you’ve had at a restaurant.

    Best Chinese Chicken Recipe Collection

    This chicken dish is one of the most popular dish at Chinese restaurants. Now you can make it easily at home. It’s easier than you think, and is better than any you’ve had at a restaurant.
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 6
    Author: Izzy

    Ingredients 

    For the Chicken

    • 28 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1 inch cubes
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 2 teaspoons baking soda
    • 1 tablespoon Chinese shaoxing wine
    • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

    Kung Pao Sauce

    • 1/2 cup chicken stock
    • 5 tablespoons soy sauce
    • 2 tablespoons vinegar
    • 2 tablespoon Chinese shaoxing wine
    • 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
    • 2 tablespoons sugar
    • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

    Kung Pow Chicken

    • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
    • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
    • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
    • 2 cups mixed bell pepper diced
    • 8 dried chilies sliced
    • 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns
    • 5 green onion chopped
    • 3/4 cup peanuts
    • 2 teaspoons sesame oil optional

    Instructions 

    • Mix together the soy sauce, baking soda, shaoxing wine, and cornstarch in a large bowl.
    • Add the chicken, cover and marinate for 15 minutes.
    • Whisk together the ingredients for the kung pow sauce until the sugar dissolves; set aside.
    • Heat a large skillet or work over high heat. Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and then add the marinated chicken.
    • Fry the chicken for 3-4 minutes while occasionally stirring, until the edges are browned. Remove the chicken from the heat and set it aside.
    • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of cooking oil into the same pan. Stir in the garlic, ginger, chili, diced peppers and Sichuan peppercorns and stir fry for 1 minute.
    • Stir the prepared sauce and pour it into the pan. Stir the sauce as it comes to a boil.
    • When the sauce begins to slightly thicken, add the chicken and stir to combine all of the ingredients for about 2 minutes until the chicken is evenly coated and the sauce has thickened.
    • Stir in the green onions, peanuts and sesame oil. Toss well and continue to cook for 2 minutes. Serve with steamed rice and enjoy!
    Author: Izzy
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    I'm Izzy, a food lover and photographer. Here you’ll find a collection of simple recipes that are perfect for busy people. My blog aims to help you make and enjoy delicious and healthy food at home.

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