Trust me, authentic Asian chicken recipes are everything you could ever want in a chicken recipe. They're crispy, juicy, savory, sticky, and so much more! Perfect for Asian dinners!
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Also, making the most popular Asian chicken dishes at home is not as intimidating as it seems. All you need are a few simple techniques and the right ingredients! These recipes are perfect for Asian dinners during busy weeknights, easy dinners, quick lunches, or family gatherings.
Asian recipes with chicken and rice are always the perfect match, so you'll probably find a lot of those recipes here. Try one, and let me know your feedback!
Honey Boneless Chicken Thighs (Air Fryer or Oven-Baked)
Looking for a fast and easy dinner recipe? These Honey Boneless Chicken Thighs are perfectly juicy, lightly sweet, and irresistibly delicious-whether you make them in the air fryer or bake them in the oven. This recipe is a top choice for healthy, crowd-pleasing meals that's both simple to make and full of flavor. Try it today and enjoy an effortlessly tasty meal!
Air Fried or Baked: Honey Gochujang Chicken Thighs
These Honey Gochujang Chicken Thighs are your new go-to for a quick, simple, and healthy meal! Air fried or oven-baked, they come out perfectly glazed and delicious every time. This unique twist on a classic will be a hit with a crowd and makes a fantastic dinner idea. Try it out and enjoy a blend of sweet and spicy flavors that's hard to beat!
Korean Chicken Bulgogi (Air Fryer, Skillet, or Grill )
Get ready to try the best Korean Chicken Bulgogi that's quick, easy, and full of delicious flavor! This recipe works great for a crowd and is perfect whether you use the air fryer, skillet, or grill. Juicy and healthy, it's ideal for a fun weeknight dinner or weekend gathering. Check out the recipe and make this popular Korean classic ahead to enjoy with family and friends!
The Best One Pot Chicken and Rice (7 ingredients)
This is the best one-pot chicken and rice recipe. The combination of fragrant aromatics, savory chicken, and flavorful scallion oil sauce captures the essence of this comforting Asian dish. The best part? You can make it all in one pot, making prep and clean-up a breeze!
Easy Asian Chicken Rice Bowl
This easy and healthy Asian Chicken Rice Bowl with Sticky Sesame Sauce is amazing! It's a tasty combination of flavors, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. The chicken breasts are tender and delicious. You will love it.
Best Air-Fryer Chicken Thighs with Avocado Sauce
Super crispy and flavourful Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe with Avocado Sauce. It is truly one of the best chicken dishes ever. Only less than 30 minutes and you have an amazing healthy and easy dinner.
Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer
These insanely delicious Sweet Chili chicken thighs in air fryer bring a tasty combo of sticky, sweet, and spicy flavors. These air fryer chicken thighs are an easy meal to whip up any night. Air fry or bake in the oven - up to you. Irresistible Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs is quick to prepare. Fantastic for a tasty lunch or a delicious dinner.
Honey Garlic Chicken Tenders Air Fryer
Upgrade your weeknight dinners with our easy Honey Garlic Chicken Tenders Air Fryer. Crispy, flavorful, and a snap to make! Follow along for a sweet and amazing dish that'll have everyone asking for more. Let's make tasty dinners stress-free - introducing Honey Garlic Chicken Tenders Air Fryer Recipe!
Delicious Garlic Miso Chicken Thighs Recipe (for Air Fryer or Oven)
These delicious garlic miso chicken thighs made in the air fryer or oven are full of umami flavor. The miso, mirin, and sake complement each other to give this miso chicken thighs the best taste. Air fried to perfection in only 25 minutes, this delicious and easy garlic miso chicken recipe is an excellent addition to your monthly recipe rotation. You will love this miso glazed chicken.
Classic Filipino Chicken Adobo
This family favorite Filipino chicken adobo recipe is to die for!  No marinating required, this tender chicken is tangy, savory, and sweet and has just the perfect balance of flavors. There is a reason why this dish is arguably the most popular Filipino dish out there. Some might even say it is the national dish of the Philippines.
Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl
Enjoy a simple, yummy Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe! It's great for lunch or dinner. The rice and the chicken is perfect when you need a good meal in the middle of the day, busy weeknights, or a cozy dinner at night. This dish is easy to enjoy any time you're hungry. This chicken rice bowl is the best and tastes just like something you would order at a Japanese restaurant.
Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
These honey garlic chicken wings are absolutely divine---they're sweet, salty, garlicky, and sticky. They are oven baked until crispy and then coated with my special spicy honey garlic sauce. You'll definitely love the combination of flavors and textures that these honey garlic wings create!
Cashew Chicken Recipe - Better Than Takeout
I cannot believe how easy it is to make Cashew Chicken! This cashew chicken recipe is a fabulous chicken stir-fry that is full of flavor. Looks impressive but only takes 20 minutes to make. It cooks in no time as long as you have your ingredients prepped and ready to go.
Filipino Chicken Adobo with Coconut Milk (Adobo sa Gata)
This is the best Filipino Chicken Adobo with Coconut milk, aka "Adobo Sa Gata." This is not your typical traditional adobo chicken recipe. I prefer this version to the traditional Chicken Adobo. This ultra-famous chicken dish from the Philippines is all about flavor. It is salty, sour, and a little sweet and creamy from the coconut.
Sheet Pan Sweet Chili Chicken with VeggiesÂ
This Sheet Pan Sweet Chili Chicken with Veggies is my new go-go chicken sheet pan chicken dish. This recipe is special because it's not just yummy, it's also super simple to make perfect for busy weeknights. Get ready to make a meal that's both delicious and hassle-free.
Kalbi Chicken Legs in Air Fryer
You will love this easy Kalbi Chicken recipe - bold Korean barbecue flavors, and juicy marinated chicken legs in air fryer are simple and tasty. You only need a few ingredients and 30 minutes to enjoy this mouthwatering kalbi chicken dish - you'll feel like you're actually eating at a Korean bbq place!
Easy Air Fryer Chicken Tocino Recipe
This easy air fryer chicken tocino recipe is a win! It's definitely one of the best air fryer chicken recipes I have ever made. Sweet, garlicky, tender, and juicy, homemade chicken tocino is the perfect all-day breakfast when paired with garlic rice and fried egg. A Filipino staple.
Spicy Sesame Chicken - Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs
These Spicy Sesame Chicken are amazing and so easy to make. The sauce is so delicious that I turned it into a marinade. Mouthwatering, juicy, and flavourful Spicy Sesame Chicken air fryer boneless chicken thighs cooked to perfection in the air fryer. This is one of the easiest and most delicious chicken dishes I have ever made.
Caramel Chicken (easy 30-minute recipe)
This easy Caramel Chicken is one of my favorite chicken recipes. A popular Vietnamese dish made with a sweet, lightly spicy, and savory caramel sauce. You only need a few ingredients and a wok, and you're good to go! Serve this with some rice, and enjoy!Â
Air Fryer Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
This is my take on Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce. Imagine juicy chicken thighs crisped to perfection in the air fryer, paired with a creamy peanut sauce. This is way better than takeout. You need to try this Air Fryer Chicken Satay! It's great for lunch or dinner. It's delicious, protein-rich, and satisfying, with the peanut sauce adding richness. Skip takeout, make this instead!Â
Easy One-Pot Chicken Afritada Recipe: Filipino Flavor Feast
Among the popular Filipino stews, chicken afritada is one of my favorite childhood dishes from the Philippines. This type of Filipino chicken stew is made up of various chicken parts, carrots, potatoes, and bell peppers simmered in a tomato-based sauce.
Easy Char Siu Chicken (Perfect Air Fryer BBQ Recipe)
This amazing char siu chicken recipe will satisfy your Chinese food cravings. It is super quick and easy to make - thanks to the air fryer, and it only requires minimal ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. You can have it on the table in no time at all!
Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe - kinda healthy
Air fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken is a healthy and delicious twist on a classic Chinese takeout dish. Made with crispy air-fried chicken thighs and tangy sweet and sour sauce, this recipe is sure to become a new family favorite. It is a great option for busy weeknights when you want to prepare a quick and easy dinner that's also healthy and delicious.
Sticky Asian Style Chicken Wings (Sweet Chili Wings)
These Asian Style Chicken Wings are a huge hit! They are juicy and bursting with flavor. Tossed in a gorgeous sticky sauce that will make you lick your fingers. They are the best wings ever! This recipe is kid-approved. They are absolutely the best party food! Easy and will feed an army.
Honey Ginger Chicken (Easy 20-Minute Air Fryer Chicken Recipe)
Honey Ginger Chicken is a delicious Asian dish that combines honey with the zesty kick of fresh ginger to make the most scrumptious air fryer chicken thighs recipe. The marinade infuses the tender chicken thighs with a perfect balance of flavors, resulting in a juicy and aromatic main course.
Chicken Katsu Air Fryer with Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce
Make this crowd-pleasing Chicken Katsu Air Fryer Recipe in less than 30 minutes! This mouthwatering Japanese dish combines tender, golden brown chicken cutlets with a tangy and savory sauce that will leave you wanting more. With the help of your best friend, the air fryer, you can achieve a crispy texture without the need for excessive oil. So much better and healthier for you!Â
Orange Ginger Glazed Air Fryer Chicken DrumsticksÂ
You can enjoy these delicious Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks for lunch or dinner. Perfect for any get-togethers, barbecues and so much more. These chicken drumsticks in air fryer are crispy, caramelized from the glaze, and packed with tons of flavor. The chicken drumsticks are butterflied or "spatchcocked" for even and faster cooking.
Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Bites
These Air Fryer Chicken Bites are juicy, crispy perfection infused with a ton of garlic, while the honey soy sauce takes the dish to new heights. With minimal oil, they're a surefire winner packed with amazing flavors! I love air fryer recipes because it uses minimal oil and achieves the same crispiness as deep frying.Â
Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs - Filipino Style
I love me some grilled BBQ anything. But this Grilled BBQ Chicken Thigh Recipe - Filipino Style is next level! This classic Filipino Street food is the best! You can this everywhere in Manila (where I grew up). It is basically crack on a stick. Try eating just one, I dare you! This is super easy to make from scratch. The chicken doesn't need much time to marinate. This recipe is awesome with chicken thighs. My kids prefer it. I made a pork version as well. Here is the recipe for my Filipino BBQ Pork Skewer.
The Best Chicken Lumpia (Filipino Spring Roll)
Filipino Chicken lumpia (chicken lumpiang shanghai) is a wonderful appetizer, especially when paired with sweet chili sauce. The crunchy, savory, and flavorful mix of ground chicken, carrots, spices, and seasonings enclosed in spring rolls wrappers is a must-try. Best eaten hot, the traditional and classic Filipino lumpia or Filipino spring rolls can be air fried or deep-fried.
Spicy Honey Chicken Recipe
The hot honey chicken skewers are the perfect balance of flavor from the spices, and the drizzle of sweet honey glaze takes it to the next level. It is juicy, spicy, sweet, and salty. It has all the best flavors one can ask for. If you're looking for a flavorful and healthy meal in your air fryer, you'll definitely want to try these spicy hot honey chicken skewers. They're easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for a quick, easy delicious weeknight dinner or weekend barbecue.
Air Fryer Soy Sauce Chicken
This ridiculously easy, quick Air Fryer Soy Sauce Chicken is everything. This soy sauce chicken recipe is air fried until golden brown and crispy, yet still tender and juicy. The combination of soy sauce and a few other pantry staples provides the perfect Asian-inspired flavor that's both sweet, tangy, and savory. It's one of those dishes you can make again and again without ever getting bored!
Easy Teriyaki Chicken on a Stick Recipe
Teriyaki on a stick has been a staple of street food culture for years, and for good reason. It's quick, it's delicious, and it's easy to eat on the go. Tender, juicy, and packed with flavor, these are the star of the show. Marinated in a mixture of natural flavors from soy sauce, sake, and mirin, the chicken thighs soak up all those delicious flavors before being grilled to perfection.
Fast and Easy 3 Cup Chicken (San Bei Ji Recipe)
Three Cup Chicken is a traditional Taiwanese dish called San Bei Ji. It is bone-in chicken simmered in the most flavorful aromatic sauce. The key ingredients include soy sauce, Shaoxing wine (rice wine), and sesame oil. This dish is special because of aromatics like ginger, garlic, and Sweet Thai Basil leaves. You have to make this ultra-comforting meal. It is one of my family's favorites.
Easy Orange Chicken Meatballs Recipe (one pan)
Takeout who? These Orange Chicken Meatballs will beat any takeout order any day of the week. Orange chicken meatballs are a fun twist on classic meatballs. These flavorful orange chicken balls are bursting with orange flavor and Asian seasonings. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, or even as a party appetizer.
Chicken Inasal Air Fryer
Hands down one of the greatest chicken dishes ever! With its distinct flavor and unmistakable aroma, Chicken Inasal is one of the most popular and beloved Filipino dishes. The dish features marinated chicken grilled over charcoal, basted until cooked, and served with various dipping sauces. What makes this dish a fantastic air fryer whole chicken recipe, is how easy it is. Start with the chicken inasal marinade, marinate then air fry!
Air Fryer Chicken Sausage with Veggies - 20 minute meal
If you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's healthy and delicious, try this air fryer chicken sausage with veggies. This low carb dish is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's a great way to use up whatever vegetables you have on hand. Plus, with the help of your air fryer, it cuts your cooking time in half!
Chicken Scallion Noodles (better than takeout)
You will love this Chicken Scallion Noodles recipe if you're always craving noodles like me. The combination of earthy, fragrant aromatics and savory noodles will make you keep coming back for more. This dish is ready in 20 minutes from start to finish.
Crispy Lemongrass Air Fryer Drumsticks
These Lemongrass Air Fryer Drumsticks are juicy, crispy, and packed with flavor. They are super easy to make. These chicken legs are butterflied to make it easier to eat and better for the marinade to stick which means extra flavor and less marinating time.
Boneless Chicken Thighs with Gochujang Miso Sauce
Introducing the Gochujang Miso Boneless Chicken Thighs recipe! These easy pan fried chicken thighs are the perfect blend of Korean and Japanese flavors, with a spicy kick and tons of umami. These tender pan-fried chicken thighs are best enjoyed during weeknight dinners with the whole family. So what are you waiting for? Grab a fork and dig in!
The Best Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Recipe
This is my go-to Air Fryer BBQ Chicken recipe! Whether grilled or air fried, this Filipino-style BBQ Chicken legs in air fryer has simple ingredients that are perfect for the summer! The great thing is that the chicken drumsticks are butterflied so that they are easier and quicker to cook. And the pineapple adds a nice sweet touch too!
Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs
If you love easy chicken recipes then you will love these Spicy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs. They are 10 out of 10 delicious and super easy to make. Everything can be done in one pan. The sauce for Spicy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs is perfectly well balanced and the ingredients are very simple!
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Asian Recipes With Chicken - FAQs
What is Asian chicken made of?
Asian chicken is basically tasty chicken cooked with Asian spices and sauces like soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. It's got a great mix of flavors that make it really delicious. Whether it's grilled, stir-fried, or baked, Asian chicken is a versatile favorite that never disappoints.
What are the styles of making chicken?
When it comes to making chicken, there are countless styles to choose from! Some popular methods include grilling, frying, baking, roasting, sautéing, and stewing. Each style offers a unique flavor and texture profile, allowing for endless culinary creativity in the kitchen. Whether you prefer the crispy goodness of fried chicken or the juicy tenderness of roasted chicken, there's a style to suit every palate and occasion.
What are the most popular Chinese chicken dishes?
Among the most beloved Chinese chicken dishes are General Tso's chicken, which features crispy chicken pieces tossed in a sweet and tangy sauce; Kung Pao chicken, known for its spicy stir-fry with peanuts and vegetables; and Sweet and Sour chicken, showcasing a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors in a colorful sauce. These dishes are cherished not only for their delicious taste but also for their cultural significance, representing the rich culinary heritage of China.
What types of dishes are chicken used for?
Chicken can be used in lots of different dishes. You can put it in soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, tacos, curries, pasta, and more. It's tasty and adds protein to your meal, no matter how you cook it. Whether you're craving something comforting or something light and fresh, chicken is a versatile ingredient that can satisfy any appetite.
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