I’ve rounded up 22 of my absolute favorite Asian chicken recipes, and every single one is bursting with the kind of big, bold flavor that makes dinnertime exciting. I've got sticky, sweet glazes that’ll have you licking your fingers and crispy classics you can make right at home, a dish for every mood and craving. Time to fire up the wok and make something delicious.
1. Sticky Asian Glazed Chicken
I love that this sticky glazed chicken is on the table in just 30 minutes, making it the ultimate midweek treat. Juicy chunks of chicken get fried until beautifully browned, then coated in a sweet, sticky sauce that is absolutely irresistible.
And that sauce? It's a five ingredient wonder that you whisk together in minutes, and it packs the most insanely addictive flavor. Every bite is pure heaven.
2. Chicken Mei Fun
Any meal with "fun" in the name has to be good, and this chicken mei fun absolutely delivers. It's a home style noodle dish made with skinny rice noodles, a fragrant sauce, chicken, and vegetables. The rice noodles cook up crazy fast, and everything can be sautéed together in one wok or skillet, making it a quick and easy midweek meal that's actually fun to make.
3. Kung Pao Chicken
Kung pao chicken is one of those dishes that completely dominates restaurant menus, and it originally comes from Sichuan province loaded with chicken, peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers. This version keeps things classic with a silky, zingy sauce and toasted nuts that bring the crunch. I love the way the heat and the nuttiness play together, it's just pure magic in a bowl.
4. Moo Goo Gai Pan
Moo goo gai pan gets a fantastic dinner on the table in under 40 minutes, and that makes it a weeknight hero in my kitchen. Tender slices of chicken are stir fried with white button mushrooms and other shredded vegetables, all enveloped in a delicious sweet and sour sauce. It's fast and easy, completely satisfying.
5. Chicken Fried Rice
Fried rice from home is a total win, way healthier than what you get in the takeout box, and an amazing way to use up leftover rice. Just dump everything into a pan, add a handful of simple ingredients, and drizzle with sauce before serving. If only all meals could be this wonderfully easy and tasty.
6. Chinese Honey Chicken
Super crispy, super sticky, and super tasty, this Chinese honey chicken is a total keeper. Crunchy morsels of fried chicken get tossed in a luscious sticky sauce laced with honey, garlic, and brown sugar.
Kids love it, adults love it, and guests absolutely love it. I always make a big batch because it feels like the whole neighborhood will want to pull up a chair.
7. Bang Bang Chicken
Bang bang chicken absolutely makes an impression, and that sauce? Believe me, it's banging.
Chunks of chicken take a dip in a buttermilk batter and get coated in breadcrumbs, so they turn out perfectly moist inside and shatteringly crispy outside. Just before serving, everything gets drizzled with a sweet chili mayo that I could honestly spoon onto anything. It's a total showstopper.
8. Chicken Lettuce Wraps
When I'm completely bored with the same old deli sandwiches, I make myself these nourishing chicken lettuce wraps. Ground chicken is browned and simmered in a rich, nutty soy sauce, then piled onto crisp lettuce leaves and sprinkled with crushed peanuts.
This light entree is gluten-free and dairy-free but still full of the most gorgeously enticing flavors. It's like a flavor party in a leaf.
9. Dragon Chicken
No actual dragons were harmed in the making of this dish, I promise. It takes its name from the mighty mythical beast that symbolizes power and strength in Chinese culture.
After gobbling down a bowl of this crispy chicken in a spicy sauce, you'll certainly feel powerful and strong. It's fiery and so incredibly good.
10. Chicken Chop Suey
Chicken chop suey is my favorite way to use up every last veggie in the crisper drawer, and it's so versatile spooned over rice or noodles. The sauce is stupidly simple: a mouthwatering whisk together of soy sauce, broth, water, sugar, and sesame oil. Pour it over everything and let it simmer until it's cooked, it's hard to believe something this tasty can come together so easily.
11. Pineapple Chicken
Sweet and tangy with just a little bit of spice, this dish is the best thing that ever happened to a pineapple. Fresh fruit or the canned stuff, they both work beautifully and bring that tropical pop of flavor.
If you've got tropical fruit fans in your house, this is an absolute must. It's like a tiny vacation on a plate.
12. Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry
Tender chicken nuggets and crisp broccoli florets get a rich ginger soy sauce in this succulent stir fry that impresses even the pickiest eaters. I serve it with noodles or rice for an Asian style family feast that everyone gathers around. It's one of those dependable meals that I come back to again and again because it just always hits the spot.
13. Chicken Lo Mein
My family always orders lo mein on Chinese night, but this super easy recipe lets me whip up my own with fresh flavors and healthier ingredients. Chicken, noodles, bean sprouts, and bell peppers get all cozy with ginger, garlic, and dark soy sauce. It simmers on the stove with zero fuss, a low maintenance meal that's loaded with yummy goodness.
14. Crispy Chicken Egg Rolls
These crispy, crunchy chicken egg rolls are dangerously addictive, so consider yourself warned. They're delicious little parcels of ground chicken and shredded vegetables all wrapped up in a pastry cocoon and fried until gorgeously golden.
I save loads of time by grabbing a bag of pre shredded coleslaw mix. Honestly, they vanish faster than I can make them.
15. Cashew Chicken
Cashews are little powerhouses of zinc and healthy fats, so I'm always looking for ways to get more into my diet. This incredible cashew chicken is my answer, tender chicken gets stir fried with toasted cashews in a flavorful garlic sauce.
I love piling it over fluffy rice or a bed of steamed broccoli, or honestly, both. It's a texture and flavor explosion.
16. Mongolian Chicken
This restaurant favorite somehow tastes even better when I make it at home. Crispy chicken pieces get drenched in a savory soy and garlic sauce that is just pure magic.
It's one of those satisfying, crowd pleasing dishes that even my pickiest little eaters will happily devour. It's a dinner win every single time.
17. General Tso’s Chicken
Named after a Chinese military leader, General Tso's chicken sometimes goes by house special or Peking chicken, but honestly, whatever you call it, it's delicious. This recipe nails that just right balance of spicy and savory, with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic singing together in every single bite. It's the kind of takeout style bowl that tastes so wonderfully authentic.
18. Hoisin Chicken
You can throw practically anything into this savory hoisin chicken stir-fry: carrots, cabbage, bean sprouts, broccoli, it all works. It's a budget conscious meal that tastes amazing spooned over jasmine rice, and the leftovers packed into lunch boxes make the most wonderful healthy snacking rice bowls. I love a
19. Crispy Sesame Chicken
Nutty and sweet, with that perfectly sticky glaze, this crispy sesame chicken is a takeout classic that has my family completely obsessed. The chicken nuggets are fried to golden crunchy perfection, then tossed in a honey laced sauce that clings to every little nook and cranny, and finished with a scatter of sesame seeds.
Pile it high over noodles or rice and watch it disappear in a flash. It's so good, I never have leftovers.
20. Miso Chicken Stir-Fry
This miso chicken stir-fry is one of the easiest, tastiest things I make, and it's healthier than the usual takeout thanks to the addition of veggies like broccoli and edamame. If you're trying to get your family eating more greens, this is the recipe that does it without any complaints. They'll be too busy licking their plates to notice all that goodness.
21. Chicken Chow Mein
I used to get chow mein and chop suey all mixed up, but here's the thing: chop suey is a rice dish and chow mein is all about those glorious noodles. This version is a totally satisfying bowl of soft noodles, juicy chicken, and shredded vegetables gently simmered in an aromatic dressing. It smells heavenly and tastes even better, pure comfort in a bowl.
22. Chili Chicken
Chili chicken is the fiery Indo-Chinese meal that comes with a serious kick, and I am here for it. Made with bell peppers, garlic, chili sauce, and soy sauce, it's bold and punchy right from the start.
Marinating the chicken beforehand lets it soak up loads of flavor and get beautifully tender. This is what I make when I need something with a little fire in its soul.
