17 Asian-Inspired Chicken Recipes Perfect for Dinner

2015-06-09
17 Asian-Inspired Chicken Recipes Perfect for Dinner

Liven up your dinner plans with flavor-packed chicken recipes inspired by the flavors of Asian cuisine. We give a nod to delicious ingredients that will raise your meal to the next level. Whether you're looking for curry-packed South Asian cuisine or the delights of kimchi with Korean-inspired chicken—there are flavors from across the culinary-rich region, ready for you to try at home.

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Korean Chicken Tacos

We love tacos. We also love Korean food. And this fusion meal proves they can live in harmony. Our Korean chicken tacos pack a flavorful punch, thanks to ginger, chili-garlic, and kimchi. Best of all, this easy recipe involves only three simple steps.

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Chicken Lo Mein

Lo Mein is a classic we love to order at Chinese restaurants, but if you feel like staying in, our recipe brings the noodle dish home to your kitchen. Boil some Chinese egg noodles, or substitute linguine, if that's what you have in your cupboard. Top your lo mein with carrots, bok choy, and onions, but if those aren't around, improvise with the vegetables you have on hand.

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Asian-Style Chicken Sliders with Snow Pea Slaw

If you're planning on hosting, bump the party up with some Asian-inspired chicken sliders. Slow-cook the tender shredded chicken, then top it with hoisin sauce and ginger. The snow pea slaw on top adds a bit of crunch and brings it all together.

04 of 17

Cilantro-Ginger Chicken with Peanuts

This Chinese chicken salad is not only easy to make, but delicious. Stir-fry the chicken over medium-high heat, and after two minutes, add some peanuts, ginger, and garlic. Pop everything onto a chopped head of cabbage for a crisp, fresh-tasting meal that requires only a single skillet.

05 of 17

Chicken Meatball Noodle Bowl

This is one of our most popular Asian chicken dishes, and it's not hard to see why. Easy-to-make meatballs are the stars of the show, combining ground chicken, ginger, and cilantro for a savory and fresh taste you won't soon forget. Pop them onto noodles and lettuce, and you've got a full, healthy meal.

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Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

The secret to this Asian-style chicken dish is the marinade. Inspired by Chinese stir-fry, our garlic chicken calls for marinating in water, soy sauce, and vinegar for at least 30 minutes. Once the chicken has absorbed the flavors, stir-fry it on high heat, adding vegetables like green onions, mushrooms, and water chestnuts.

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Sesame Chicken with Broccoli Stir-Fry

Chinese flavors often balance sweet and savory, and our sesame chicken dish hits that perfect note. Marinate cut-up chicken in a soy-sauce and honey blend, then stir-fry it alongside onions, ginger, and garlic. Add steamed broccoli to the skillet, then sprinkle with sesame seeds, and you've got a meal you can pair with either white or brown rice.

08 of 17

Orange Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower Rice

Orange chicken is one of our favorite meals to order, but this one saves you extra calories by replacing traditional white rice with cauliflower rice. Our sweet orange sauce is the highlight of this Chinese-style chicken recipe, and crushed red pepper gives it a little zing. And, because we love multitasking, you can make your cauliflower rice in the food processor while the chicken bakes.

09 of 17

Sesame-Crusted Roast Chicken

Nothing is more delicious than a crisply roasted chicken, and our sesame-crust recipe hits the spot. Let a whole chicken bask in soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. Prevent any of the juices from going to waste by baking some potatoes alongside the chicken.

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Thai-Style Chicken Curry with Basil and Jasmine Rice

Our Thai-inspired curry dish will have everyone asking how you packed so much flavor into one meal. From the salty umami of the fish sauce to refreshing lime juice—this recipe has it all. Fry the chicken in a skillet until it's crispy, and allow your peppers and onions to soak in some flavors as well.

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Tandoori Chicken Drumsticks and Roasted Red Onions

Garam masala is the key to this Indian-inspired chicken dish. Drumsticks marinate for four to six hours, soaking up all the rich, warm flavors. When you're ready to roast the chicken, toss in some onions so they're charred and crispy.

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Korean-Style Chili-Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

Our Korean chicken recipe centers around one of the most addictive flavor combinations—chili-garlic. We balance the boldness of the chili-garlic with the sweetness of honey, so your palate hits all the high points. Mix in some vegetables, and this meal will be an easy and aromatic dish you won't soon forget.

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Asian Lettuce Wraps with Chicken

If you're looking for the perfect Asian recipe for your leftover chicken, these easy-to-make lettuce wraps are crisp and delectable. Take your already cooked and chopped chicken and combine it with ingredients, like fresh cilantro and green onions. Top it with shredded cabbage or coleslaw and you've got an easy, flavorful meal.

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Soba Noodle Bowl

Step aside, chicken noodle soup—soba noodles are the ultimate comfort food. This Japanese chicken dish can be ready in just 25 minutes—all you need is some broth, chicken, soy sauce, and vegetables. Don't forget the deliciously chewy soba noodles. They'll have you craving this healthy dish for meals to come.

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Pineapple-Chicken Meatball Stir-Fry

Pineapple on anything is a win in our book, but the complementary flavor it adds to this chicken teriyaki dish is a home run. Take some cooked meatballs and heat them with vegetables and a can of pineapple tidbits. Serve it on some rice, or lettuce, for a winning sweet-savory combination.

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Sesame Chicken with Noodles

Sesame oil is deliciously aromatic and will help breathe new life into any recipe calling for leftover chicken. In our Chinese-inspired sesame chicken dish, the oil coats the noodles, giving them a toasty flavor. Toss in your leftover chicken and some cooked vegetables and you've got another winning meal for the whole family.

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Make-Ahead Korean-Inspired Chicken with Broccoli

These are the types of leftovers you want. Our Korean chicken recipe calls for a soy sauce, lime, and ginger marinade with a touch of chili-garlic. Best of all, it makes enough servings for two meals.

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