Our top picks across every cuisine
Best fakeaway chicken recipes
Chicken is the workhorse of the UK fakeaway, tikka masala, Korean fried chicken, Nando's peri-peri, KFC-style crispy, butter chicken, chicken chow mein, satay, katsu. We've gathered the best fakeaway chicken recipes from every cuisine on the site so you can find your next favourite in one place. Whether you want 30-minute weeknight wins or slow-cooked weekend centrepieces, this is the list.
Our top picks
4 hand-picked recipes — ranked by how often they get cooked.
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Indian
Tandoor-grilled chicken in a silky tomato-butter-cream sauce with subtle spice. The milder cousin of tikka masala.
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KFC-style
Crispy seasoned fried chicken with the iconic 11 herbs and spices crust — drumsticks and thighs with that signature craggy golden coat.
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Nando's-style
Flame-grilled chicken quarters with red peri-peri sauce, golden crispy skin, and a lemon wedge. Nando's signature.
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Chinese
Crispy battered chicken in a sticky sweet-sour sauce, with properly seasoned egg fried rice. The real Friday-night-at-home move.
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Doro wat (Ethiopian chicken stew)
Ethiopia's national dish — chicken stewed slowly in a fiery berbere spice blend with hard-boiled eggs and niter kibbeh. Served on injera.
Buffalo Wings
Crispy chicken wings tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, served with blue cheese dip and celery sticks. Game day essential.
Southern-style buttermilk fried chicken with crispy coating
Crispy buttermilk-brined fried chicken with a craggy seasoned crust, juicy centre, and a Southern-style finish. The KFC-at-home, done properly.
Southern Fried Chicken
Crispy buttermilk-marinated fried chicken with a seasoned flour crust. Golden outside, juicy inside — proper KFC vibes.
Chicken Tikka Masala-style creamy tomato curry
Marinated chicken thighs simmered in a rich, creamy tomato gravy spiced with garam masala, smoked paprika and a swirl of cream — the British curry-house classic.
Chicken Fries-style crispy chicken strips
Crispy golden chicken breast strips in the shape of fries served in a red paper container with dipping sauce. The UK signature item.
Chicken Royale-style crispy chicken sandwich recipe
How to make a Burger King-style Chicken Royale at home — crispy breaded chicken breast fillet with shredded iceberg lettuce and creamy mayo on a soft sesame-topped bun. The classic UK chicken sandwich.
Crispy Chicken-style crispy chicken burger
Crispy breaded chicken breast fillet with shredded lettuce and mayo on a soft sesame-topped bun. Classic UK chicken burger.
Long Chicken-style extra-long crispy chicken sandwich
Extra-long crispy breaded chicken breast fillet with shredded lettuce and mayo on a long sub-style bun. The classic UK chicken sandwich.
Chicken Chow Mein-style stir-fried noodles
Soft egg noodles stir-fried with sliced chicken, bean sprouts, spring onion, and a glossy soy-based sauce. The Friday night fakeaway classic.
Salt and Pepper Chicken-style crispy spiced chicken
Crispy golden chicken pieces tossed with salt, white pepper, sliced chillies, garlic, and spring onion. The Cantonese pub classic.
Chicken Feast-style chicken pizza recipe
How to make a Domino's-style Chicken Feast pizza at home — seasoned chicken pieces, sweetcorn and mushrooms on herby tomato sauce. The UK family favourite.
Texas BBQ-style smoky barbecue pizza
Smoky BBQ sauce, grilled chicken, red onion, and jalapeños on a thin crust. The pizza for people who don't like tomato sauce.
Chicken bake (Greggs-style)
Greggs' flaky puff pastry rectangle filled with creamy chicken, ham and béchamel. The 'posher' bake.
Festive bake-style chicken, sage and onion stuffing pastry
The Christmas Bake that's become a year-round Greggs cult classic — shredded chicken, sweetcure bacon, sage and onion stuffing and cranberry sauce wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Tastes like Boxing Day in a bake.
Chicken Korma-style creamy cashew curry
Tender chicken in a creamy cashew and coconut sauce with mild spices. The mild, sweet end of the curry menu.
Chicken Tikka Masala-style creamy tomato curry
Marinated chicken pieces in a creamy tomato-masala sauce. The British-favourite curry-house staple.
Tandoori Chicken-style yoghurt-marinated grilled chicken
Half chicken marinated in yoghurt and tandoori spices, charred in a hot oven. The classic smoky starter.
Chicken Piccata-style lemon butter caper chicken
Pan-fried chicken cutlets in a glossy lemon butter and caper sauce. The 20-minute weeknight winner.
Chicken Katsu Curry
Crispy panko-breaded chicken cutlet served over rice with rich golden Japanese curry sauce and shredded cabbage.
Chicken katsu with tonkatsu sauce
Panko-breaded chicken breast, double-coated for maximum crunch, served over rice with finely shredded cabbage and a glossy tonkatsu sauce. The Japanese comfort food equivalent of fish and chips.
Japanese chicken teriyaki with shiny soy-mirin glaze
Pan-seared chicken thighs with a glossy soy-mirin-sugar glaze, served over rice with steamed broccoli. The Japanese home-cooking classic.
Chicken Yakitori
Japanese grilled chicken skewers glazed with sweet soy tare sauce. Charcoal is traditional but a hot griddle works.
Boneless-style crispy chicken tenders
Crispy golden chicken tenders and bites with three dipping sauces — BBQ, sweet chili, and garlic mayo.
Chicken Wrap-style crispy tortilla wrap
Crispy chicken strips with shredded lettuce, melted cheese, and garlic sauce in a soft tortilla wrap. Lighter than a burger, more substantial than a salad.
Original Fillet-style crispy chicken burger
Crispy chicken breast fillet in a regular sesame bun with shredded lettuce and mayo. The classic UK chicken burger.
Hot Wings-style spicy glazed wings
Glossy spicy chicken wings with red chili glaze — sticky, fiery, and impossible to stop eating.
Mini Fillet-style crispy chicken burger
Small crispy chicken fillet in a mini sesame bun with shredded lettuce and mayo. The junior burger that's perfect for kids.
Popcorn-style crispy chicken bites
Bite-sized crispy golden chicken pieces in a KFC-style red carton. Hot, crunchy, and perfect for sharing.
Rice Box-style spiced rice with chicken
Spiced pilau rice with crispy chicken pieces and a small pot of gravy. The UK side that's more substantial than fries.
Zinger-style spicy chicken burger
Spicy crispy chicken fillet with shredded iceberg lettuce and creamy mayo on a soft sesame-topped bun. The UK's most popular chicken burger.
Zinger Stacker-style premium chicken burger
Spicy crispy chicken fillet with melted cheese, hash brown, and smoky bacon on a glazed brioche-style bun. The premium UK stacker.
Korean double-fried fried chicken with gochujang glaze
Double-fried chicken wings in a sticky-sweet gochujang-honey glaze, garnished with sesame and scallion. The Korean fried-chicken-shop classic.
Crispy McNuggets-style chicken nuggets
Bite-sized chicken pieces with a craggy seasoned crust, served with sweet and sour, BBQ, and curry dipping sauces.
Chicken Selects-style crispy chicken strips recipe
How to make McDonald's-style Chicken Selects at home — crispy golden chicken breast strips served hot with BBQ and sweet chilli dipping sauces.
McChicken-style crispy chicken sandwich
Crispy breaded chicken breast with shredded iceberg lettuce and creamy mayo on a toasted bun.
Chicken shawarma (Mediterranean street food)
Spit-roasted chicken shawarma wrapped in warm pitta with garlic sauce, pickles and chips. The Middle Eastern street food classic.
Chicken shish (Turkish chicken skewers)
Marinated chicken skewers grilled over charcoal with peppers and onions, served with flatbread, salad and sumac. The Turkish BBQ classic.
Chicken souvlaki with tzatziki
Greek-style lemon-and-oregano marinated chicken skewers, grilled hot and fast, wrapped in warm pita with homemade tzatziki, tomato, red onion, and chips.
Chicken Burrito Bowl-style loaded Mexican rice bowl
Black bowl piled with cilantro-lime rice, black beans, grilled chicken, corn, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream. The Chipotle-at-home.
Chicken Fajitas-style sizzling skillet chicken peppers
Sizzling cast iron skillet of grilled chicken strips, peppers, and onions with warm flour tortillas on the side. The sizzle factor.
Chicken Mole-style rich chocolate chilli chicken
Chicken pieces in dark, complex mole sauce with sesame seeds, served with rice and tortillas. The Mexican showstopper.
Chicken Quesadilla-style melted cheese tortilla wedges
Crispy flour tortilla folded over melted cheese and grilled chicken, cut into wedges. The 15-minute lunch win.
Chicken Shawarma-style yoghurt-marinated grilled wrap
Yoghurt-marinated chicken thighs with warm shawarma spices, charred on a hot griddle and wrapped in pillowy flatbread with garlic sauce, pickled cabbage and tahini.
Maqluba-style upside-down chicken and rice with cauliflower and aubergine
Palestinian 'upside-down' rice — spiced chicken, cauliflower and aubergine layered with rice, flipped onto a platter so the crispy bottom becomes the crown.
Pastilla (chicken and almond pie)
A Moroccan showstopper — crispy filo pastry layered with spiced chicken, almonds and eggs, dusted with cinnamon and icing sugar. Sweet-and-savoury.
Butterfly Chicken-style spatchcocked grilled chicken
Spatchcocked flame-grilled chicken flattened and marinated in peri-peri sauce, golden charred skin, served on a board. The shareable feast.
Chicken Wrap-style flame-grilled wrap
Flame-grilled chicken strips with shredded lettuce, tomato, and creamy mayonnaise wrapped in a soft tortilla wrap. The lighter, mild option.
Peri-Peri Chicken Burger-style grilled chicken burger
Flame-grilled chicken breast fillet with peri-peri sauce, shredded lettuce, and tomato on a soft toasted sesame bun. The Nando's burger.
Spicy Rice & Chips-style peri-peri feast
Pilau rice with flame-grilled chicken pieces and spicy peri-peri chips on the side. The hearty meal.
BBQ Chicken-style smoky barbecue pizza
Grilled chicken pieces, red onion, and smoky BBQ sauce on a thick pan crust. The pizza for people who don't like tomato sauce.
Chicken & Bacon Ranch-style sub
Footlong sub with rotisserie-style chicken, crispy bacon, melted cheese, lettuce, tomato, and ranch dressing on toasted Italian bread. The indulgent one.
Chicken Teriyaki-style sub
Footlong sub with grilled chicken strips, teriyaki glaze, fresh lettuce, cucumber, and tomato on toasted wholemeal bread. The lighter option.
Chicken quesadilla-style grilled tortilla with chipotle sour cream
Seasoned grilled chicken and a three-cheese melt folded into a crispy flour tortilla, with chipotle sour cream for dipping. The Taco Bell take on a Tex-Mex classic.
Thai-style green curry with chicken
Rich coconut green curry with chicken, Thai aubergine, and basil. Served with jasmine rice.
Chicken Satay-style grilled skewers with peanut sauce
Grilled chicken skewers marinated in turmeric and coconut, served with rich peanut sauce.
Pad Kra Pao-style Thai basil chicken with fried egg
Stir-fried minced chicken with Thai holy basil, chilli, and garlic, served over rice with crispy fried egg.
Pad See Ew-style wide noodles with chicken
Wide rice noodles stir-fried with chicken, Chinese broccoli, egg, and sweet soy. Comfort-food Thai.
Chicken Katsu Curry-style crispy chicken with curry sauce
Crispy panko-breaded chicken cutlet sliced, served with Japanese curry sauce, steamed rice, and shredded cabbage.
Chicken Teriyaki Donburi-style glazed chicken over rice
Grilled teriyaki chicken sliced over steamed rice, garnished with sesame seeds and spring onion.