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25 Must Try Japanese Chicken Recipes

Published: Nov 25, 2022 · Modified: Jul 4, 2023 by Yuto Omura

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Like any other cuisine in the world, chicken is one of the most popular meat choices in Japanese cuisine.

This trend has been particularly noticeable in recent years. In 2012, chicken meat surpassed pork, which had remained in first place for many years, becoming the number one consumed meat in Japan. Since then, it has firmly held its place in the number one spot to this day!

Anyhow, there are a lot of Japanese chicken recipes I want to share with you, so here I have listed 25 popular Japanese chicken recipes that you've gotta try!

Japanese chicken recipes

1. Authentic Crispy Japanese Teriyaki Chicken

Delicious Japanese teriyaki chicken made with succulent, skin-on chicken thigh coated in a glossy, sweet, and sticky homemade teriyaki glaze. Not only does it taste incredible, but it's ready in just 15 minutes!

It's safe to say that this is one of the most famous Japanese dishes worldwide and one of the best recipes on my website. When I want a break from making new recipes, this is one of my go-to options when I want to cook something easy that also tastes great.

Authentic Crispy Japanese Teriyaki Chicken
How to make quick and easy Japanese Teriyaki Chicken! Crispy pan fried chicken thigh coated in a sweet and delicious homemade teriyaki sauce!
Check out this recipe →
the ultimate japanese teriyaki chicken featured img

2. Oyakodon (Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)

Japanese chicken and egg rice bowl "oyakodon"

Oyakodon is a humble, cheap, and quick dish that is popular in homes and restaurants across Japan. Made with succulent chicken thigh, softened onions, and silky egg served over Japanese rice.

Another dish I make all the time, this recipe comes with many tips to make the best oyakodon at home!

Oyakodon (Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)
How to make classic Japanese "Oyakodon" chicken and egg rice bowl with fluffy Japanese white rice topped with pan-fried chicken thigh, simmered onions and silky egg. (Recipe doesn't include cooking rice).
Check out this recipe →
Japanese chicken and egg rice bowl "oyakodon"

3. Chicken Karaage (Crispy Japanese Fried Chicken)

Authentic Japanese chicken karaage served with a slice of lemon

Karaage is a very special dish for me. My first ever dream when I was a kid was to open my karaage specialty food stand. At that time (more than 20 years ago), it sounded like a very strange dream, but now in the 21st century, karaage specialty food stands have become the biggest ever in Japan.

Maybe I should have pursued the dream really but you know, I was like 5 at the time. Anyhow, Karaage is still my favorite dish of all time and I could pretty much eat it every day, literally.

Authentic Chicken Karaage (Crispy Japanese Fried Chicken)
How to make authentic chicken karaage (Japanese fried chicken).
Check out this recipe →
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4. Chicken Tatsuta Age

Japanese chicken tatsuta age served on a slate slate with cabbage and lemon

Tatsuta age is a delicious variation of karaage (Japanese-style fried chicken) made with succulent chicken thigh soaked in a soy-based marinade, coated in a layer of potato starch, and fried until golden like autumn leaves!

If you want a more crispy texture than karaage, try this tatsuta age recipe!

Chicken Tatsuta Age (Shallow fried)
How to make "tatsuta age" (竜田揚げ) a delicious fried chicken dish made with chicken thigh marinated in a soy based sauce.
Check out this recipe →
Japanese chicken tatsuta age served on a slate slate with cabbage and lemon

5. Oita Style Chicken Tempura (Toriten)

toriten (chicken tempura) piled up on a brown plate with two halves of kabosu citrus

Toriten is a regional dish that hails from Oita, Japan. Made with succulent, marinated chicken breast coated in a fluffy tempura batter and deep fried, it's served with a bright and citrusy dipping sauce. When it comes to flavor, this regional chicken tempura ticks all the boxes!

If you like a soft textured batter than karaage or tatsuta age, I highly recommend this toriten recipe!

Oita Style Chicken Tempura (Toriten)
How to make light and crispy Oita Style Chicken Tempura (Toriten) with a refreshing homemade citrus dipping sauce.
Check out this recipe →
toriten (chicken tempura) piled up on a brown plate with two halves of kabosu citrus

6. Chicken Soboro Don (Sanshoku Donburi)

Sanshoku Soboro Chicken Donburi featured image

Sanshoku don is a colorful and tasty dish with seasoned Japanese chicken, scrambled eggs and blanched spinach served on top of a bowl of hot and fluffy Japanese rice. It's tasty, filling, and perfect for dinner and lunchboxes!

If you like the sweet and savory type of flavor, I think this is a cup of your tea!

Chicken Soboro Rice Bowl (Sanshoku Donburi)
How to make vibrant Japanese sanshoku donburi made with deliciously seasoned chicken "soboro", sweet scrambled egg and blanched spinach served over fluffy white rice.
Check out this recipe →
sanshoku don made with chicken soboro, scrambled egg and blanched spinach served over rice and topped with red pickled ginger on a wooden background

7. Chicken Soboro Onigiri (Japanese Ground Chicken Rice Ball)

Onigiri rice ball flavoured with soboro chicken

This is another variation of chicken soboro in rice ball form! Chicken soboro onigiri (rice ball) is made with ground chicken cooked in a savory Japanese-style sauce and then mixed with sticky white rice.

It's easy to make and has a delicious meaty twist on a classic lunchbox dish!

Chicken Soboro Onigiri (Japanese Ground Chicken Rice Ball)
How to make Chicken Soboro Onigiri (Japanese Ground Chicken Rice Ball). Recipe doesn't include how to cook rice. (See this post to learn how to make Japanese style rice without a rice cooker) Makes 5-6 rice balls.
Check out this recipe →
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8. Chicken Yaki Udon

Chicken yaki udon served on a white plate, drizzled with Japanese mayo and topped with spring onions

This tasty yaki udon is made with thick udon noodles, chicken breast, onion, bell peppers, and cabbage stir-fried in a delicious mixture of garlic, butter, and soy sauce. It's easy to make and only takes 15 minutes!

If you want something quick and easy to make for lunch, this is a great recipe to consider!

Chicken Yaki Udon (Garlic & Butter Soy Sauce Fried Noodles)
How to make delicious, quick and easy Japanese Yaki Udon with tender chicken breast cooked in fragrant garlic butter, then stir fried with fresh vegetables, thick chewy udon noodles and soy sauce.
Check out this recipe →
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9. Chicken Tsukune (Japanese Glazed Meatballs)

5 hand shaped chicken tsukune meatballs served on a rectangular plate with spring onion and raw egg yolk for dipping

Chicken tsukune is a delicious and flavourful Japanese meatball often served at izakayas, yakitori stands, at home, and in bento boxes.

My homemade tsukune recipe is made with chicken thigh mixed with grated onion, shiso leaves, miso paste, and ginger amongst other seasonings. They are then shaped, fried, and coated in a delicious sticky glaze!

Chicken Tsukune (Japanese Glazed Meatballs)
How to make delicious homemade Chicken Tsukune (Japanese meatballs) coated in a sweet and sticky soy sauce based glaze. (Makes 5 skewers)
Check out this recipe →
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10. Japanese Teriyaki Chicken Pizza

Japanese Teriyaki Chicken pizza top down

Why not try this delicious homemade pizza with a Japanese twist? Tender chicken thigh fried in classic Japanese teriyaki sauce served on takeaway-style pizza dough with onion, sweetcorn, and a drizzle of creamy mayonnaise!

You might not believe it, but teriyaki chicken pizza is one of the most well-loved pizza variations for delivery pizza in Japan.

Japanese Teriyaki Chicken Pizza (てりやきチキンピザ)
How to make Japanese style teriyaki chicken pizza from scratch with homemade New York style crust! (For best results, rest pizza dough overnight.) Makes 2 10" pizzas.
Check out this recipe →
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11. Saizeriya's Karami Chicken

Saizeriya Karami Chicken

Karami Chicken is a well-loved side dish from a Japanese chain restaurant, Saizeriya. Made from succulent chicken wings that are coated in a sweet and mildly spicy sauce, I could eat these all day!

If you ever want to have fried chicken wings with a twist, this is the recipe I'd recommend!

Karami Chicken (Saizeriya Chicken Wings Copycat Recipe)
How to make Saizeriya Style Karami Chicken with succulent wingettes soaked in a lightly spiced marinade and then coated in two types of flour to create a delicious, crispy and flavorful batter.
Check out this recipe →
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12. Nagoya Style Tebasaki Chicken Wings

Yamachan Style Fried Chicken Wings (Nagoya Tebasaki) stacked on a dark plate with salad

Nagoya Tebasaki (Nagoya style chicken wings) are delicious crispy deep fried wings that have been brushed with a special glaze and then generously dusted with a mixture of fine white pepper.

This is my regional food that I have loved all my life so of course, I highly recommend it!

Yamachan Chicken Wings (Nagoya Style Tebasaki)
How to make addictive Yamachan style fried chicken wings (Nagoya Tebasaki) made with lightly crispy chicken wings coated with a delicious homemade sauce and sprinkled with a generous dusting of fine white pepper.
Check out this recipe →
Yamachan Style Fried Chicken Wings (Nagoya Tebasaki) stacked on a dark plate with salad

13. Japanese Ketchup Fried Rice (Chicken Rice)

Japanese ketchup rice (chicken rice) topped with egg and served with lemon wedges

You might think Japanese ketchup rice sounds a bit kiddy, but don't be fooled! My Japanese ketchup rice (also known as Japanese chicken rice) is seasoned with various herbs and seasonings to give it a more sophisticated taste.

Made with chicken thighs, onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms, this elegant ketchup rice can be enjoyed by the whole family, not just kids!

Japanese Ketchup Fried Rice for Adults (Chicken Rice)
How to make sophisticated Japanese ketchup rice (Chicken Rice) for adults with chicken thigh, onion, mushrooms and bell peppers seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices. (Recipe does not include cooking rice.)
Check out this recipe →
Japanese ketchup rice (chicken rice) topped with egg and served with lemon wedges

14. Chanko Nabe (a.k.a. Sumo Stew)

Japanese chanko nabe sumo stew

You probably know Japanese sumo wrestlers are huge, but did you know they eat very nutritious food? (They just eat loads of it!)

Chanko nabe is a traditional dish eaten by Japanese sumo wrestlers. Packed with vegetables, tofu, and delicious homemade chicken meatballs in a light dashi and chicken broth, why not enjoy this nutritious and warming dish at home?

"Chanko Nabe" Sumo Stew (ちゃんこ鍋)
How to make rich, warming and nutritious "Chanko Nabe" (ちゃんこ鍋) Sumo Wrester Hot Pot with homemade chicken meatballs, a variety of vegetables and tofu in a light chicken stock and dashi broth.
Check out this recipe →
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15. Omurice (Japanese Omelette Rice)

Omurice Featured Image

Omurice is made up of ketchup fried rice with chicken and vegetables and then wrapped in a beautifully fluffy omelet.

It's bright, fun, and a popular dish to make at home and eat in restaurants, kids especially love it!

Simple Omurice (Japanese Omelette Rice)
Quick and easy Japanese Omurice made with flavorful ketchup fried rice packed with chicken and vegetables all wrapped in a fluffy, melt-in-mouth omelette.
Check out this recipe →
Omurice (Japanese omelette rice) topped with ketchup and served on a blue plate next to salad leaves, baby tomatoes and fresh parsley

16. Karaage Don (Japanese Fried Chicken Rice Bowl)

Karaage don

Perfectly crispy Japanese-style fried chicken served on crispy cabbage and fluffy white rice. Drizzled with mayonnaise, a squeeze of lemon, and a sprinkle of spring onion, this is the ultimate donburi dish if you're a karaage lover like myself!

If you wanna eat chicken karaage and rice together anyway, why not combine them in the same bowl, donburi style?

Crispy Karaage Don (Japanese Fried Chicken Rice Bowl)
How to make the ultimate karaage don with crunchy pieces of Japanese fried chicken topped with a sweet sauce and various toppings served over rice and shredded cabbage.
Check out this recipe →
karaage don (Japanese fried chicken bowl) topped with sweet sauce, sesame seeds, chopped green onion, chili threads and pink pickled ginger.

17. Ootoya Style Black Vinegar Sweet and Sour Chicken

Ootoya style tori to yasai no kurozu an (Japanese black vinegar sweet and sour chicken and vegetables) on a blue plate

This "Tori to Yasai No Kurozu An" recipe is based on a vibrant dish that you can find at a well-known chain restaurant in Japan called Ootoya.

It's their most popular dish and for good reason! Delicious fried chicken with crunchy vegetables in a sweet and sour black vinegar sauce. It's so good!

Ootoya's Black Vinegar Sweet and Sour Chicken (Tori Kurozu An)
Learn how to make one of Ootoya's most popular dishes, "Tori to Yasai no Kurozuan". Delicious fried chicken with crunchy vegetables in a sweet and sour black vinegar sauce.
Check out this recipe →
Japanese black vinegar chicken and vegetables (Ootoya style tori to yasai no kurozu an) on a blue plate

18. Chicken Nanban

Japanese chicken nanban served on a bed of frilly lettuce on a black plate

This delicious Chicken Nanban consists of fried chicken cooked in a sweet vinegar sauce and then topped with rich homemade Japanese tartar sauce.

This dish was created in Miyazaki prefecture, Southern Japan, and has influences from Portugal. It is now one of the most popular fried chicken dishes in Japan and you can make it from scratch in your kitchen!

Japanese Chicken Nanban (with Homemade Tartar Sauce)
How to make delicious Japanese Chicken Nanban made with juicy chicken thigh pieces coated in a fluffy egg batter, a tangy vinegar sauce and a rich and creamy, homemade tartar sauce.
Check out this recipe →
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19. Japanese Chicken Katsu Curry

Chicken katsu curry with rice and pickles on a black plate

Japanese chicken katsu curry is the ultimate comfort dish! Tender chicken breast coated in a crispy panko batter and served on a thick, rich, and gravy-like curry.

Not only is it seriously delicious, but it's also a great dish for making in advance and storing in the freezer for a quick, easy meal during the week!

Japanese Chicken Katsu Curry (チキンカツカレー)
How to make the ultimate comfort dish, Japanese Chicken Katsu Curry. Tender chicken breast coated in a crispy panko batter and served on a thick, rich and gravy-like curry.
Check out this recipe →
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20. Crispy Chicken Katsu (Chicken Cutlet)

Chicken katsu is a versatile dish that you can make into pretty much anything! Enjoy it with rice, on donburi, in a sandwich, with curry... the list goes on!

Tender chicken thigh coated in a thick and crunchy layer of panko breadcrumbs and fried to perfection then drizzled with a delicious homemade katsu sauce. Every crunch is gonna have you dancing in your seat!

The Ultimate Crispy Chicken Katsu (チキンカツ)
How to make the ultimate crispy Japanese chicken katsu. Juicy, tender chicken thigh coated in a thick layer of panko breadcrumbs and deep fried until perfectly golden, then drizzled with a thick and delicious homemade katsu sauce.
Check out this recipe →
chicken katsu thumbnail

21. Takikomi Gohan (Japanese Seasoned Rice)

Takikomi gohan is a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy Japanese rice. Cooked with chicken, and seasonal vegetables and flavored with Japanese condiments, this dish is commonly enjoyed in the cooler autumn months with fish and miso soup.

Recommended to make with in-season mushrooms from your local area!

Takikomi Gohan (Japanese Seasoned Rice)
How to make deep and flavorful Takikomi Gohan with rice, chicken, ginger and seasonal vegetables cooked in a seasoned dashi broth.
Check out this recipe →
chicken takikomi gohan in a black rice bowl topped with chopped green onion

22. Oyako Udon (Chicken and Egg Udon Soup)

Oyako udon, udon noodles in a light dashi broth with chicken and egg

If you can make oyakodon, why not make oyako udon with udon noodles?

Juicy chicken thigh and fluffy ribbons of egg served in a light and delicious udon noodle broth, this oyako udon is quick and easy to make, but it's also a great budget meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner!

Oyako Udon (親子うどん) Chicken and Egg Udon Soup
How to make Oyako Udon (親子うどん) chewy udon noodles served in a light dashi broth mixed with juicy pan-fried chicken and fluffy ribbons of egg.
Check out this recipe →
Oyako Udon featured img

23. Japanese Chicken Salad

Japanese chicken salad drizzled with homemade sauce

This Japanese chicken salad is made with perfectly tender and juicy chicken breast served over fresh salad vegetables, boiled eggs, and my special homemade Japanese dressing.

Mix and match with your favorite salad vegetables using this recipe!

Japanese Chicken Salad (with homemade dressing)
How to make a light, refreshing and nutritious chicken salad with Japanese style "salad chicken" and homemade soy based dressing.
Check out this recipe →
Japanese chicken salad with homemade wafu dressing featured img

24. Chicken Zosui (Japanese Rice Soup)

Japanese chicken rice soup (zosui / ojiya) in a brown nabe topped with kizami nori

Zosui is a comforting dish with cooked rice served in a delicious soup with soy sauce or miso. My recipe has succulent chicken thigh, crispy chicken skin, and umami-rich mushrooms for the ultimate flavor.

This recipe comes with different tips to avoid common mistakes to make zosui as well!

Chicken Zosui (Japanese Rice Soup)
How to make Japanese Chicken Rice Soup (Zosui / Ojiya) from scratch!
Check out this recipe →
Japanese chicken rice soup (zosui / ojiya) in a brown nabe topped with kizami nori

25. Chilled Chicken and Citrus Somen Noodle Soup

Chicken and citrus somen noodle soup in a white bowl with slices of sudachi

This delicious chicken and citrus somen noodle soup combines the refreshing elements of a salad with the satisfying taste of noodle soup. It's served cold and has a kick of citrus flavor.

Topped with tender chicken breast, crunchy cucumber, soft-boiled egg, and slices of sudachi (or lime!), it's easy to make and the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer's day!

Chilled Chicken and Citrus Somen Noodle Soup
How to make light and refreshing somen noodle soup flavoured with soy sauce and citrus, topped with tender chicken breast, crunchy cucumbers, soft boiled egg and slices of sudachi.
Check out this recipe →
Chicken and citrus somen noodle soup in a white bowl with slices of sudachi
Japanese chicken recipes

25 Must Try Japanese Chicken Recipes

Yuto Omura
A collection of some of the best and most popular Japanese chicken recipes!
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Course chicken, Main Course
Cuisine Japanese

Ingredients
  

  • Japanese teriyaki chicken
  • Oyakodon - chicken and egg rice bowl
  • Chicken karaage - Japanese fried chicken
  • Chicken tatsuta age
  • Chicken tempura
  • Chicken soboro don
  • Chicken soboro onigiri - rice ball
  • Chicken yaki udon
  • Chicken tsukune - Japanese grazed meatballs
  • Japanese teriyaki chicken pizza
  • Saizeriya's karami chicken
  • Nagoya's tebasaki chicken wings
  • Japanese ketchup rice - chicken rice
  • Chanko nabe - sumo stew
  • Omurice - Japanese omelette rice
  • Karaage don - fried chicken bowl
  • Black vinegar sweet and sour chicken
  • Chicken nanban
  • Chicken katsu curry
  • Chicken katsu - cutlet
  • Takikomi gohan - Japanese flavoured rice
  • Oyako udon - chicken and egg udon soup
  • Japanese chicken salad
  • Chicken zosui - Japanese rice soup
  • Chicken and citrus some noodle soup
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