Explore a collection of popular Chinese chicken dishes, from saucy stir fries to comforting roasts. Easy, versatile, and full of authentic flavor.
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Pin ItChicken is one of the most beloved ingredients in Chinese cooking. You’ll find it on tables across every region, from classic Sichuan stir fries like Kung Pao Chicken to modern creations like Coca-Cola Wings. It’s a great source of protein and cooks quickly, which makes it a natural choice for everyday home meals.
On my blog, chicken recipes have always been the most popular category. In this roundup post, I’ve gathered 15 of the most-loved dishes, each showcasing different cuts of chicken and a variety of cooking techniques. These recipes are tried, tested, and reader approved. I’m sure you’ll discover some that will inspire you to give them a try.
Kung Pao Chicken
Cooking Kung Pao chicken is easy! This recipe shows you how it’s prepared the authentic way. Tips on sauce ratio, stir-fry techniques, substitute ideas & a tutorial video are included.
Kung Pao Chicken, the Authentic Way (宫保鸡丁)
One-pot Hainanese Chicken Rice
Inspired by the famous Hainanese chicken rice, this easy one-pot recipe stands out for its simple approach and delectable flavours. You can make it in a regular pot, an instant pot or a rice cooker.
One-pot Hainanese chicken rice
Chicken Chop Suey
A delicious stir-fry of tender chicken and crunchy vegetables, chicken chop suey is very easy to make at home. Its tasty, thick sauce works well for other stir-fries too.
Chicken Chop Suey (with an easy stir-fry sauce)
Soy Sauce Chicken
Flavourful, appetizing & comforting, soy sauce chicken is a classic dish that can be served in many delicious ways. This recipe introduces an approachable, less labour-intensive method to cook it at home.
Soy Sauce Chicken (See Yao Gai, 豉油鸡)
Chili Cumin Chicken Thighs
Quick to cook and intensely flavorful, chili cumin chicken thighs make a great weekday dinner paired with crunchy vegetables.
Chili Cumin Chicken Thighs
Chinese Five Spice Chicken
Tender, juicy and thoroughly flavoured, Chinese five spice chicken brings roast chicken to a new level. This recipe offers many tips to ensure the desired result.
Chinese Five Spice Chicken (五香烤鸡)
Sha Cha Chicken
One of the easiest ways to cook chicken, this Sha Cha chicken recipe calls for simple preparation but delivers a delectable result.
Sha Cha Chicken (沙茶鸡)
Three cup chicken
Quick to cook and super aromatic, three cup chicken is a crowd-pleasing dish that you must try! Follow the tips to make it to perfection.
Three Cup Chicken (San Bei Ji, 三杯鸡)
Mouth-watering chicken
A vibrant dish with multiple layers of flavour, mouth-watering chicken is a classic of Sichuan cuisine. It makes a great cold dish for a festive feast.
Mouth-watering chicken (Kou Shui Ji, 口水鸡)
Char Siu Chicken
A scrumptious dish inspired by a Cantonese classic, char siu chicken can be easily cooked either in an oven or in an air fryer.
Char Siu Chicken (Roasted or Air fried)
Oyster Sauce Chicken
A simple and delicious way to cook chicken, Chinese oyster sauce chicken requires little effort and basic skills but delivers amazing taste.
Oyster Sauce Chicken (蚝油焖鸡)
Steamed Chicken with Mushroom
Tender, succulent and fragrant, Chinese steamed chicken with shiitake mushrooms requires little effort to cook yet it tastes amazing. A classic dish for both everyday meals and special occasions.
Steamed Chicken with Shiitake Mushroom (香菇蒸鸡)
Coca-Cola Chicken Wings
Tender, juicy meat coated with a sticky, shiny sauce, Coca-Cola chicken wings are simple to make and amazingly tasty.
Coca-Cola Chicken Wings (可乐鸡翅)
Chongqing Mala chicken
Crispy, tasty chicken pieces stir-fried with a generous amount of dried chillies and Sichuan pepper, Mala chicken is a classic delicacy not to be missed.
Mala chicken (Chongqing Laziji, 辣子鸡)
Black pepper chicken stir-fry
Moist chicken cubes seasoned with a tasty, tangy sauce, black pepper chicken is an easy Chinese stir-fry dish not to miss.
Black pepper chicken stir-fry (黑椒鸡丁)
I hope these recipes inspire you the next time you cook with chicken. Curious what else my readers love making? Explore more recipe collections, such as Best Sichuan Dishes, Top Dim Sum Recipes, Classic Chinese Breakfasts, and Most Popular Noodle Meals.
