Chinese Almond Chicken Recipe – Easy Stir-Fry with Crispy Almonds
If you love classic takeout flavors, this Chinese Almond Chicken recipe is a must-try. Tender chicken pieces are stir-fried with crunchy almonds and vegetables in a savory, slightly sweet sauce that tastes just like your favorite restaurant dish.
This chicken with almonds stir fry is quick, easy, and perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Almond Chicken
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🍗 Tender, juicy chicken
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🌰 Crunchy roasted almonds
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🥢 Authentic takeout-style flavor
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⏱️ Ready in under 30 minutes
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🍚 Perfect served over rice or noodles
This easy Chinese chicken recipe delivers bold flavor with simple ingredients.
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
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½ cup whole almonds, toasted
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1 small onion, sliced
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1 bell pepper, sliced
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce
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1 teaspoon cornstarch
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½ cup chicken broth
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: sliced carrots, snap peas, or green onions.
👩🍳 How to Make Chinese Almond Chicken
1️⃣ Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch until smooth.
2️⃣ Cook the Chicken
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden and fully cooked. Remove from pan and set aside.
3️⃣ Stir-Fry the Vegetables
In the same pan, sauté garlic and onion until fragrant. Add bell pepper (and any additional vegetables) and cook until slightly tender but still crisp.
4️⃣ Combine Everything
Return chicken to the pan. Pour in the sauce and stir continuously until it thickens.
Add toasted almonds and mix gently.
5️⃣ Serve
Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
🍽️ What to Serve with Almond Chicken
This takeout-style almond chicken pairs perfectly with:
✔ Steamed jasmine rice
✔ Fried rice
✔ Lo mein noodles
✔ Stir-fried vegetables
💡 Tips for Perfect Chicken with Almonds
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Toast almonds beforehand for extra crunch and flavor.
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Cut chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking.
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Cook on high heat for authentic stir-fry texture.
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Adjust soy sauce for salt preference.
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