Why Make This Recipe

Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice is a fun and delicious dish that combines tender chicken with colorful vegetables and fluffy rice. It’s quick to make and packed with flavor, making it perfect for a busy weeknight meal or a casual get-together. The sweet chili sauce adds a delightful kick that will have everyone coming back for more. Plus, it’s a great way to use leftover rice!

How to Make Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 cups cooked rice
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce

Directions

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Season chicken cubes with paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
3. Add chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes.
4. Push the chicken to one side and add the beaten eggs to the other side, scrambling them until cooked.
5. Add the cooked rice, peas and carrots, soy sauce, and sweet chili sauce.
6. Stir everything together and cook for another 3-5 minutes until heated through.
7. Stir in the chopped green onions before serving.

How to Serve Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice

Serve Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice hot right out of the skillet. You can enjoy it on its own or pair it with extra soy sauce or chili sauce for added flavor. This dish also goes well with a side salad or spring rolls for a complete meal.

How to Store Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice

To store leftovers, let the fried rice cool to room temperature, then transfer it to an airtight container. You can keep it in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, simply microwave it until hot or stir-fry it in a skillet for a few minutes.

Tips to Make Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice

• Make sure your rice is cold and cooked ahead of time. This helps prevent it from becoming mushy.
• You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or corn for extra color and taste.
• Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce based on how spicy you like your food.
• If you want more protein, you can add shrimp or tofu.

Variation

If you prefer a vegetarian version, you can skip the chicken and use tofu instead. Simply sauté the tofu cubes until golden brown before adding the other ingredients.

FAQs

1. Can I use leftover chicken for this recipe?
Yes, leftover roasted or grilled chicken works great! Simply cut it into cubes and add it to the skillet in step 5.

2. Is this dish suitable for meal prep?
Absolutely! Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice is perfect for meal prep. Just store it in individual portions in the fridge.

3. Can I freeze Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice?
Yes, you can freeze it. Just make sure to use a freezer-safe container and consume it within three months for the best quality. Reheat it thoroughly before serving.

Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice

A fun and delicious dish combining tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and fluffy rice, perfect for weeknight meals or casual get-togethers.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course dinner, Main Course

Cuisine Asian, Chinese

Servings 4 servings

Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For cooking
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 cups cooked rice Use cold, cooked rice
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 3 each green onions, chopped For garnish
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce Adjust for spice preference

Instructions

 

Cooking

• Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
• Season chicken cubes with paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
• Add chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes.
• Push the chicken to one side and add the beaten eggs to the other side, scrambling them until cooked.
• Add the cooked rice, peas and carrots, soy sauce, and sweet chili sauce.
• Stir everything together and cook for another 3-5 minutes until heated through.
• Stir in the chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

Serve hot with extra soy sauce or chili sauce. Goes well with a side salad or spring rolls. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the microwave or stir-fry in a skillet.

Keyword Bang Bang Chicken, Chicken, Fried Rice, Quick Meal, Weeknight Dinner