Best 4 Chinese Garlic Chicken Recipes

Tantalize your taste buds with our delectable Chinese Garlic Chicken, a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the bustling streets of Beijing. This dish presents a tempting fusion of crispy, succulent chicken enveloped in a savory garlic sauce, promising an explosion of flavors in every bite. Our recipe collection offers three irresistible variations: the classic Chinese Garlic Chicken, a simplified version for those short on time, and a tantalizing Air Fryer Garlic Chicken for a healthier twist. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to guide you through the culinary journey, ensuring a delightful homemade meal that rivals your favorite takeout.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHINESE GARLIC CHICKEN

Chinese Garlic Chicken image

The chicken in this dish is first stir fried with whole garlic cloves, then simmered with Chinese cooking wine and chicken stock until tender.

Provided by Steve Bowden

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons peanut oil
15 cloves garlic, peeled
3 tablespoons Shao-Hsing cooking wine or dry sherry
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 ⅓ cups chicken stock

Steps:

Season chicken with salt and black pepper. Toss with flour until coated.
Heat peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until it begins to smoke. Add chicken, and stir fry until the pieces are lightly browned on the outside, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn heat to medium and stir in whole garlic cloves; continue stir frying for 5 minutes.
Turn heat to low, and add Shao-Hsing wine, soy sauce, and chicken stock. Cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until the chicken is tender. Remove garlic cloves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 88.2 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 34.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1406.2 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

CHINESE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP WITH SPINACH AND GARLIC CHIVES

Chinese Chicken Noodle Soup with Spinach and Garlic Chives image

Categories Soup/Stew Chicken Ginger Leafy Green Onion Pasta Poultry Lunar New Year Winter Gourmet

Yield Makes about 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

a 3 1/2- to 4-pound chicken
8 thin slices fresh gingerroot
1 bunch scallions, cut crosswise into thirds
10 cups water
3/4 cup Chinese rice wine or medium-dry Sherry
2 ounces dried rice-stick noodles (rice vermicelli)
1/2 pound fresh spinach, coarse stems discarded and leaves washed, drained, and chopped coarse (about 4 packed cups)
3/4 cup thinly sliced fresh garlic chives or regular fresh chives

Steps:

With a cleaver or heavy chef's knife cut chicken into large pieces. Cut chicken through bones into 2-inch pieces. In a large kettle of boiling water blanch chicken 1 minute. In a colander drain chicken and rinse under cold water.
With flat side of cleaver or knife lightly smash gingerroot and scallions. In cleaned kettle bring 10 cups water to a boil with chicken, gingerroot, scallions, rice wine or Sherry and simmer, uncovered, skimming froth occasionally, 2 hours. Pour broth through colander lined with triple thickness of cheesecloth into a large heatproof bowl, reserving chicken for another use. Broth may be made 3 days ahead, cooled completely, uncovered, and chilled, covered.
In cleaned kettle bring broth to a boil. Add noodles and boil, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Stir in spinach and simmer, stirring once or twice, until spinach turns bright green and is just tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in chives and salt and pepper to taste and simmer 1 minute.

SPICY CHINESE SESAME GARLIC CHICKEN

Spicy Chinese Sesame Garlic Chicken image

This is a delicious recipe that uses all Chinese ingridients, but is easily prepared with a conventional oven.

Provided by Vito Fun

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

6 chicken legs
6 chicken thighs
2 tablespoons black bean garlic sauce
2 ounces soy sauce
3 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon chili oil
6 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
12 garlic cloves, Pressed
1/2 cup scallion, Chopped Fine
1 ounce gingerroot, Grated
2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

Combine all ingridients except for chicken in a large bowl and mix together.
Dip the chicken in and thoroughly coat each side.
Place chicken in baking dish and pour the remaining sauce on top of the chicken.
For maximum flavor, marinate for 2-3 hours at room temperature. If you are in a rush, you may skip this step.
Bake at 375 degrees farenheit for 45 minutes.
Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1016.2, Fat 72.5, SaturatedFat 17.6, Cholesterol 326.4, Sodium 1350.8, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 76.1

CHINESE GARLIC CHICKEN WITH VEGETABLES

Chinese Garlic Chicken with Vegetables image

This dish is fantastic. I make this dish quite often. I think it is better than take out Chinese. My family is adding this to one of their favorites. I hope you all enjoy it as much as we do

Provided by Nor Mac

Categories Chicken

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 lb boneless chicken breasts( about 2 large breasts) cut in to 3/4 inch strips
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 c canola oil divided
NOTE: YOU MAY SUBSTITUTE GREEN BEANS AND ASPARAGUS WITH YOUR CHOICE OF VEGGIES EQUALING 4 CUPS TOTAL VEGGIES
2 c green beans with ends cut off, or brocolli
2 c asparagus tips( i used the thinner asparagus) about the diameter of the green beans
5 clove chopped garlic
4-5 white ends ( root) of green onion peeled and chopped
3 Tbsp corn starch divided
1/4 c water divided
2 Tbsp tamari soy sauce
2 Tbsp hoisin sauce
RICE
4-5 c cooked rice optional chinese or jasmine,or rice of choice

Steps:

1. Take out all ingredients. Measure half of water and mix with 2 tablespoons of corn starch. Set aside. Cut chicken in to strips about 3/4 inch wide by 2-3 inches in length.
2. In a bowl mix the chicken with the soy sauce. I use my hands to combine well. Add 2 tablespoons of corn starch ,and the black pepper. Mix well and set aside. Chop the garlic and onion bulbs in a food processor together,or chop with knife. set aside
3. Heat 1/2 of oil on high heat in a large wok or large non stick fry pan. When nice and hot add the chicken soy mixture to pan. Fry until almost done. Add onion and garlic and stir fry for about 2 minutes. Remove chicken to plate.
4. Add the rest of the oil to pan. Add the Vegetables to oil,and stir fry for about a minute.Add 2-3 tablespoons of water Add the Hoisin sauce and fry. Cover with lid. Cook and uncover stirring until softened a bit and cooked.
5. Add in the chicken,and Corn starch water mixture, and stir fry for 1 minute. Serve alone or over cooked rice.

Tips:

Use a good quality soy sauce: A good quality soy sauce will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish. Look for a soy sauce that is naturally brewed and has a rich, complex flavor.
Don't overcrowd the pan: When you're cooking the chicken, don't overcrowd the pan. This will cause the chicken to steam instead of fry, and it will end up being tough and chewy.
Cook the chicken until it's golden brown: Cook the chicken until it's golden brown on all sides. This will help to seal in the flavor and juices.
Use fresh garlic: Fresh garlic is essential for this dish. Don't use garlic powder or garlic salt.
Add the garlic at the end of cooking: Add the garlic at the end of cooking so that it doesn't burn.
Serve immediately: Serve the chicken immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Chinese Garlic Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and addictive. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as rice, noodles, or vegetables.