Best 13 Velvet Chicken Recipes

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Velvet chicken is a classic Chinese dish that is characterized by its tender and velvety texture. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, and cornstarch, then cooked quickly in hot oil. This results in a chicken dish that is both flavorful and incredibly tender. While the basic method of making velvet chicken is simple, there are many different ways to vary the recipe. Some popular variations include adding different vegetables, spices, or sauces. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for velvet chicken, so that you can find the perfect one to suit your taste.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN VELVET SOUP



Chicken Velvet Soup image

My mother-in-law used to make this often when her son and I first married. It is simple, tasty, and quick to make.

Provided by SCHSmom

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
½ cup milk
½ cup light cream
1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a pot over medium-high heat. Whisk flour into butter until mixture forms a smooth paste, about 1 minute.
  • Whisk chicken broth, milk, and light cream into butter mixture; cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil and thickens, 5 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, stir in cooked chicken. Return soup to a boil and cook until chicken is heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 74.5 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 157.1 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

VELVET CHICKEN WITH MUSHROOMS, SPINACH, AND GINGER-LEMON SAUCE



Velvet Chicken with Mushrooms, Spinach, and Ginger-Lemon Sauce image

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons dry Sherry
2 tablespoons finely shredded peeled fresh ginger
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 teaspoons sugar
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon cold water
2 teaspoons cornstarch
12 ounces chicken tenders, halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps thinly sliced
1/2 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 6-ounce bag baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Mix first 6 ingredients in small bowl for sauce. Mix egg white, cold water, and cornstarch in medium bowl; mix in chicken. Let sauce and chicken stand 15 minutes.
  • Heat wok or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 1 minute. Add oil and tilt to coat. Add chicken; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, bell pepper, and garlic; stir-fry until mushrooms are browned at edges, about 3 minutes. Add sauce; cook until sauce is reduced to glaze, about 1 1/2 minutes. Mix in spinach and toss 1 minute.

ORIGINAL AYRE'S TEAROOM CHICKEN VELVET SOUP



ORIGINAL AYRE'S TEAROOM CHICKEN VELVET SOUP image

This recipe takes me back to my childhood in the 1950's when my mother and I would take an occasional shopping trip to Indianapolis (we lived in Anderson, IN) and have lunch in the Ayre's Tearoom. Too many memories to share here, but their Chicken Velvet Soup stands out. Cook's notes: "L.S. Ayres Tea Room Recipes &...

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 stick butter
3/4 c all purpose flour
1 c warm milk
1 pt hot chicken stock (may use swanson's)
1 c warm cream (may use half and half)
1 qt chicken stock
1 1/2 c chopped cooked chicken
1/4 Tbsp salt (3/4 teaspoon)
dash(es) pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a large pot, combine butter and flour, blending well. Add warm milk, the pint of hot chicken stock and the warm cream.
  • 2. When it begins to thicken, add remaining ingredients and cook over low heat until hot.

CHICKEN VELVET SOUP



Chicken Velvet Soup image

I had this soup at a church dinner. I couldn't believe how tasty it was, for just having simple ingredients. This soup really hits the spot.

Provided by lisar

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup flour
3/4 cup butter
1 cup warmed milk
1 1/2 quarts hot chicken broth
1 cup warmed half-and-half
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in saucepan.
  • Add flour to melted butter; cook for 1 minute over medium high heat.
  • Set aside.
  • Combine milk, 1 pint of broth and the cream in a large pot.
  • Heat but don't boil
  • Add butter flour mixture and stir and cook until mixture thickens.
  • Add remaining 1 quart broth, cooked chicken, salt and pepper.
  • Heat but do not boil.
  • Add some frozen green beans or grated carrot for color.

LEMON-CHICKEN VELVET SOUP



Lemon-Chicken Velvet Soup image

The lively flavor of lemon perks up this rich, brothy soup accented with sugar snap peas. "I enjoy this soup with a green salad, sourdough bread and a glass of white wine," writes Celeste Buckley from Redding, California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
10 fresh or frozen sugar snap peas
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add broth and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Stir in the chicken, peas, parsley and lemon zest; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until chicken is heated through and peas are crisp-tender. Stir in cream; heat through (do not boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 730mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

CHINESE VELVET CHICKEN



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Souffléed chicken served with sugar snap peas & mushrooms over rice. I first found this recipe in 1985 in an old used cookbook (I think it was called Mrs. Wong's Chinese Cookbook). This recipe has been one of the most popular meals for my children and now my grandchildren. They are all grown up now, but they still call and ask for it.

Provided by shanel

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 lbs ground chicken, processed in food processor
1 teaspoon fresh ginger
1 teaspoon fresh garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 egg whites
2 cups peanut oil
1 cup sugar snap pea
1/2 cup fresh shiitake mushroom
1 (6 ounce) can water chestnuts
1 teaspoon chili paste
1 tablespoon mushroom soy sauce
1 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Peel and grate ginger.
  • Finely mince garlic cloves.
  • Mix ground chicken with ginger, garlic, soy sauce, 1/2 cup chicken stock.
  • Lightly beat and gently fold in egg whites.
  • Thinly slice mushrooms.
  • Chop water chestnuts.
  • Heat peanut oil in wok to frying temperature of 375°.
  • Drop chicken mixture by rounded spoonful 5 or 6 at a time.
  • You should taste test to be sure seasoning is to your liking.
  • Finish frying chicken.
  • Drain oil from wok.
  • Stir fry snap peas, mushrooms, water chestnuts.
  • Return chicken to wok.
  • Add chili paste & soy sauce.
  • Stir corn starch and chicken stock together.
  • Pour into wok and toss to coat meat & vegetables; allow to thicken.
  • Serve over white rice.
  • Ground chicken, chili paste, mushroom soy sauce and fresh shiitaki mushrooms can all be found in Asian markets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 847.4, Fat 76.3, SaturatedFat 13.3, Cholesterol 81.2, Sodium 280.1, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.2, Protein 28.2

CHINESE VELVET CHICKEN AND CORN SOUP (YU MI JI TANG) RECIPE



Chinese Velvet Chicken and Corn Soup (Yu Mi Ji Tang) Recipe image

Provided by á-708

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups (1 L) chicken stock
1 lb (450 g) ground or very finely chopped chicken
1 tsp (5 ml) soy sauce, or to taste
1/2 tsp (2 ml) sesame oil
2-3 eggs, beaten
1 can (15 oz, 225 g) cream-style corn
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring the chicken stock to a boil over high heat. Meanwhile, mix the ground chicken, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Add the chicken mixture to the stock, stirring to prevent the chicken from forming clumps. Bring to a boil and add the beaten eggs, stirring to combine. Add the corn and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. Serves 4 to 6.

AYRES' CHICKEN VELVET SOUP



Ayres' Chicken Velvet Soup image

A favorite, silken, creamy soup that became the Tea Room's trademark. This soup is so thick and creamy, great on a cold day to warm you inside. Recipe Source: Indianapolis Monthly Magazine.

Provided by Julia Ferguson

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 stick margarine
3 ribs celery, pureed
1 large onion, pureed
3/4 c flour
6 c water
2 oz powdered chicken base, concentrated chicken flavoring or chicken bullion cubes
1 c half and half
1 large whole chicken breast, or 2 halfs, poached, skinned, boned and diced
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Cut up onion and celery and puree in food processor. Heat margarine to bubbling hot in a large, heavy saucepan. Add celery and onion puree, recude heat to medium and cook until throughly softened, but not browned. Add flour and stir together to form a smooth paste. Recude heat to low and cook for 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Slowly add chicken base and water, whipping constantly to ensure smoothness. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 1 hour. Add half and half, blend well. Add chicken meat, salt and pepper to taste, simmer for 5 minutes more.

VELVET CHICKEN SATAYS WITH FRESH CILANTRO CHUTNEY



Velvet Chicken Satays with Fresh Cilantro Chutney image

Categories     Chicken     Herb     Poultry     Bake     Cocktail Party     Low Fat     Low Cal     New Year's Eve     Mint     Curry     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 18

Chutney
1 1/2 cups lightly packed fresh cilantro
1 cup lightly packed fresh mint leaves
5 tablespoons water
1 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 large garlic clove
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
Chicken
2 tablespoons dry white wine
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 large garlic cloves, pressed
1 large egg white
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, well trimmed, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-wide strips
16 wooden skewers
Sesame seeds

Steps:

  • For chutney:
  • Process first 8 ingredients in blender until herbs are chopped. Season to taste with salt and pepper.(Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
  • For chicken:
  • Whisk first 5 ingredients together in medium bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate approximately 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Thread chicken onto skewers. Transfer to baking sheet. Sprinkle chicken with sesame seeds. Bake until chicken is just cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes. Arrange on platter and serve with chutney.

"VELVET CUCUMBER CHICKEN SOUP" ... BY NANCY



This soup is so nice and creamy, with a mellow cucumber taste. DELISHES!! Creamy,and no milk or cream was added. Carrots chopped very small can be added for color, if you like. But does not need it for taste. This recipe is so simple and tasty, I am sure you will want to make it often. A throw it in the pot.. and go shopping...

Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus

Categories     Other Soups

Time 3h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large or two med. cucumners, peeled, seeded & minced
2 can(s) cream of chicken soup
1 can(s) chicken broth
1 can(s) of water
dash of black pepper
1 medium onion..peeled and minced
1 small can white chicken pieces
any served with parsley or & chopped green onion
any fresh & crunchy home made bread or crackers

Steps:

  • 1. Peel and finely chop the cukes .peel and chop onion.
  • 2. Then I mince the onion and cucumbers together.
  • 3. Put 1 can chicken broth in the crock-pot, along with 2 cans cream of chicken soup, and Add one can water. Mix well.
  • 4. Add onions, cucumbers and black pepper to the crock-pot. needs no salt, there is plenty in the canned soup. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hrs. Or on high for 2-3 hours.
  • 5. Add a cup of cooked chicken cut up very small, or 1 can of cooked chicken. see foto. 1/2 hour before serving soup.
  • 6. I had home made whole wheat bread my son made. Nice and crunchy...yummy! or serve with your choice of buttered crackers.
  • 7. Garnish with a couple cucumber slices, and sprinkle with parsley. A crock-pot recipe, I tweaked. And with my pictures. Also cucumbers from my garden. ** NOTE: Did you know hot soup in the summer will cool you?? When you sweat this is why. Your body will cool itself.. when you are overheated...with sweat!!.. Just saying!

VELVET CHICKEN



Velvet Chicken image

Provided by Lillian Chou

Categories     Chicken     Ginger     Poach     Quick & Easy     Anise     Clove     Soy Sauce     Gourmet     New Jersey

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (3- to 31/2-lb) whole chicken
2 (14-oz) cans low-sodium chicken broth (3 1/2 cups)
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup dark soy sauce* (see cooks' note, below)
1 cup Chinese rice wine* (preferably Shaoxing) or medium-dry Sherry
1/4 cup coarsely crushed yellow rock sugar* (2 oz) or 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 bunch scallions, cut into 3-inch pieces
6 (1/4-inch-thick) round slices fresh ginger
4 (3- by 1-inch) strips fresh orange zest
1 tablespoon fine sea salt
2 whole cloves
2 whole star anise (1 1/2 teaspoons)
1 (2 1/2-inch) dried red chile
1/2 teaspoon Sichuan or black peppercorns
Accompaniment: cooked rice or noodles
Garnish: fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Rinse chicken inside and out and pat dry.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in a 4- to 6-quart heavy pot and bring to a boil.
  • Add chicken, breast side down, and reduce heat to a simmer. (Chicken may not be completely covered with liquid.) Cook, covered, 15 minutes.
  • Turn off heat and let chicken stand, covered, 30 minutes. Turn chicken over, then cover and let stand 15 minutes more. (Chicken will be cooked through.)
  • Transfer chicken to a cutting board, reserving cooking liquid. Cut off drumsticks and thighs, then cut off wings, transferring pieces to a serving platter. (Chicken will release juices.) Separate breast (with rib cage) from back, discarding back.
  • Using a cleaver or other sharp large heavy knife, cut breast against grain through bone into 1-inch-thick slices.
  • Spoon some of warm poaching liquid over chicken and serve chicken warm, chilled, or at room temperature. Pour remaining poaching liquid through a sieve set into a bowl and serve additional poaching liquid as a sauce if desired, then reserve remaining liquid to use again.

VELVET CHICKEN BREAST WITH MUSTARD SAUCE



Velvet Chicken Breast With Mustard Sauce image

Cooking chicken breasts can be tricky, especially the "skinless-boneless" kind. No matter if they are pan-fried or grilled, they are apt to be dry if left to cook even a minute too long. This recipe borrows a Chinese technique called velveting that guarantees a moist chicken breast. A simple marinade made with egg white and cornstarch is the solution. Usually the chicken is cut into strips or cubes, but small chicken breasts or cutlets can be prepared the same way for Western-style dishes. Here, an assertive mustard sauce pairs nicely with the tender meat. Serve with boiled potatoes and crisp watercress, or stir-fried spinach.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 small skinless-boneless chicken breasts, about 6 ounces each
Salt and pepper
2 egg whites (about 4 tablespoons)
4 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons whole-grain Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried mustard
1 tablespoon grated horseradish
1/2 cup crème fraîche
1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons melted butter or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon roughly chopped thyme leaves
2 tablespoons snipped chives

Steps:

  • Trim chicken breasts to a uniform size, shape and thickness; they should be about 1/2 inch thick. (If using larger breasts, slice them into 1/2-inch-thick cutlets.) Season generously on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Velvet the chicken: In a medium-size mixing bowl, whisk egg whites until frothy, then whisk in cornstarch until lump-free. Add chicken breasts and coat well with cornstarch mixture, then cover and marinate for 30 minutes. (Chicken may also be marinated several hours ahead and refrigerated.)
  • Meanwhile in a small mixing bowl, stir together Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, dried mustard, horseradish and crème fraîche. Set aside.
  • Put butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Lay chicken breasts in the pan and sauté very lightly for 30 seconds a side without browning. Remove breasts and blot on paper towels. Discard remaining oil and wipe pan.
  • Return skillet to stove and add mustard and crème fraîche mixture and chicken broth. Whisk together to make a thin sauce and bring to a gentle simmer. Add breasts and simmer for 1 minute, then turn breasts over, cover pan and simmer for 2 minutes. Turn off heat and leave covered for 1 or 2 minutes more, until meat is firm to the touch.
  • Transfer breasts to a warm platter. Bring sauce to a boil, add chopped thyme and reduce until slightly thickened. Spoon sauce over breasts, sprinkle with chives and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 425, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 43 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 732 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ORIGINAL AYRE'S TEAROOM CHICKEN VELVET SOUP RECIPE - (4/5)



ORIGINAL AYRE'S TEAROOM CHICKEN VELVET SOUP Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by á-41955

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 stick butter
3/4 c all purpose flour
1 c warm milk
1 pt hot chicken stock (may use swanson's)
1 c warm cream (may use half and half)
1 qt chicken stock
1 1/2 c chopped cooked chicken
1/4 Tbsp salt (3/4 teaspoon)
dash(es) pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, combine butter and flour, blending well. Add warm milk, the pint of hot chicken stock and the warm cream. When it begins to thicken, add remaining ingredients and cook over low heat until hot.

Tips:

  • To make the chicken extra crispy, double-coat it in the cornstarch mixture before frying.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • The chicken can be marinated in the buttermilk mixture for up to 24 hours. This will help to tenderize the chicken and make it even more flavorful.
  • Be sure to fry the chicken in hot oil. This will help to create a crispy crust and prevent the chicken from becoming greasy.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the chicken. This will cause the chicken to steam instead of fry and result in a soggy crust.
  • Serve the chicken hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Velvet chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. The buttermilk marinade helps to tenderize the chicken and gives it a slightly tangy flavor. The cornstarch coating helps to create a crispy crust. Velvet chicken can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.

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