Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice
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Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice

6 servings
This bang bang chicken fried rice recipe offers a a basic method for preparing rice and chicken for the dish, but you can also use leftovers if you like, and add any vegetables you'd like. The spicy bang bang sauce takes it over the top.

Ingredients

  • water
    2 c
  • white rice
    1 c
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • skinless

    boneless chicken breasts, split

    2
  • avocado oil
    2 tbsp
  • garlic paste
    2 tbsp
  • ginger paste
    2 tbsp
  • egg

    beaten

    1
  • low-sodium soy sauce
    2 tsp
  • sesame oil
    2 tsp
  • green onions

    chopped

    2
  • mayonnaise
    ½ c
  • sweet chili sauce1
    2 tbsp
  • hot sauce

    such as tabasco

    1 tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Gather all ingredients.

    Step 1
  2. 2

    Bring water to a boil in a saucepan and lightly season with salt. Add rice, reduce heat to low, and cover. Cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Fluff rice with a fork; spread evenly into a casserole dish. Cover with foil and refrigerate to dry out rice for 5 hours or up to overnight.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Place chicken breasts on a plate and season with salt and pepper; cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Cut chicken into bite-sized chunks. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring frequently, until chicken is browned and no longer pink at the center, about 5 minutes. Remove from wok and set aside.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    Add additional oil to the wok at medium heat. Add rice; cook and stir for about 1 minute. Add garlic and ginger; cook and stir for 1 minute more, then stir in egg and cook until egg is opaque, about 2 minutes.

    Step 5
  6. 6

    Lower heat to medium-low, then return chicken to the wok. Stir to warm all the way through, then add in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir and taste, add more of either to your liking.

    Step 6
  7. 7

    Remove from heat and scoop into bowls. Top with green onions.

    Step 7
  8. 8

    For sauce, stir mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and hot sauce together in a bowl. Drizzle over chicken rice bowls before serving.

    Step 8
Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice
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Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice

465 min6 servings346 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a vibrant, flavorful dinner that hits all the right notes? This Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice delivers a delightful combination of savory, spicy, and sweet, perfect for any weeknight meal. It's a fantastic way to bring restaurant-inspired flavors right into your kitchen with ease.

What makes this dish truly special is the irresistible bang bang sauce, which transforms simple chicken and rice into an exciting meal. The recipe provides a foundational method for preparing your ingredients, but it's incredibly versatile, allowing you to either build from scratch or cleverly incorporate leftover cooked chicken and rice for an even quicker preparation.

You can expect a satisfyingly flavorful fried rice where tender chicken pieces are beautifully coated in that signature creamy, spicy, and sweet Bang Bang sauce. The dish offers a comforting base of fluffy white rice, elevated by the aromatic notes of garlic and ginger, and a hint of richness from sesame oil. With fresh green onions adding a crisp, bright finish, every spoonful is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that keeps you coming back for more.

This recipe is wonderfully adaptable to your pantry and preferences. Feel free to incorporate any vegetables you'd like, such as peas, carrots, or bell peppers, for added nutrition and color. If you have cooked chicken or day-old rice on hand, they're excellent shortcuts for an even quicker meal. You can also adjust the heat level of the Bang Bang sauce by modifying the amount of hot sauce used, or switch out avocado oil for another neutral, high-heat cooking oil.

This Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice is a complete meal on its own, ideal for a satisfying family dinner or a casual gathering with friends. Serve it warm, perhaps garnished with extra chopped green onions, for a vibrant and appealing presentation.

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