A brilliant fusion of salty and sweet, sour and spicy, Chinese cuisine is as varied as it is delicious; think bold and fiery Szechuan, fragrant stir-fries and honey-sweet marinades teamed with healthy vegetables and delicious grains.
And with Chinese New Year now upon us, there’s no better way to celebrate than to whip up your favourite Chinese chicken recipes at home.
From classic honey chicken and fuss-free fried rice to irresistible crispy-skin chicken, these incredible dishes will leave the takeaway options in the dust.
Honey chicken
Honey chicken: It was the introductory dish to Chinese cuisine for many, and honey chicken remains a favourite among kids and adults alike!
Chicken and corn soup
Chicken and corn soup: Remember this retro recipe from The Australian Women’s Weekly’s Chinese Cooking Class Cookbook? Light, warming and brimming with flavours, it’s one we still return to time and time again.
Chinese-style crispy skin chicken
Chinese-style crispy skin chicken: Marinated in fragrant spices and sauces and cooked to crispy perfection, this authentic Chinese chicken recipe makes the perfect centrepiece to your Sunday roast.
Chicken chow mein
Chicken chow mein: Another classic from The Australian Women’s Weekly cookbook archives, you can’t go past this Chinese chicken chow mein!
Sweet and sour chicken
Sweet and sour chicken: An old favourite that never fails to please, this easy (and budget-friendly) Chinese chicken recipe is brilliant served with fluffy steamed rice.
White cooked chicken with ginger
White cooked chicken with ginger: A classic Cantonese dish of chicken poached in a seasoned stock with fragrant ginger.
Mixed mushrooms and chicken with crispy noodles
Mixed mushrooms and chicken with crispy noodles: Chinese chicken and noodles are a match made in heaven. Try this recipe for something a little different at dinner time.
Hoisin chicken with rice
Hoisin chicken: With tender chicken thigh fillets, this sticky sweet recipe will satisfy even the most fussy eaters.
Sichuan chicken with noodles
Sichuan chicken with noodles: Complete with rolled rice noodles and healthy Chinese greens, this is a fiery meal sure to spice up dinner time.
Chicken fried rice
Chicken fried rice: Everyone has their go-to Chinese chicken fried rice recipe, but we can guarantee this one will knock it out of the park.
Chicken and chinese broccoli stir-fry
Chicken and chinese broccoli stir-fry: Stir-fries are a staple of Chinese cuisine and this quick and easy dish is packed full of the traditional flavours we’ve come to know and love.
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