Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice (Print Format)
Spicy-sweet fried rice with crispy chicken, fresh veggies, and tangy bang bang sauce for a vibrant dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 cup (250 g) Bang Bang sauce, divided
→ Fried Rice
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2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
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4 large eggs, beaten
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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2 large carrots, diced
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1 large white onion, diced
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¼ cup green onions, diced, plus more for garnish
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1 teaspoon garlic, minced
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4 cups long-grain white rice, cooked and cooled
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¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter, melted
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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⅓ cup (45 g) frozen peas
# Steps:
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In a large bowl, toss the cubed chicken with oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and air fry for 11–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and internally cooked to 165°F. Transfer the cooked chicken to a medium bowl, tent with aluminum foil, and set aside.
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To a large skillet over high heat, add 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Once hot, pour in the beaten eggs, sprinkle with salt, and scramble gently until soft curds form. Transfer the eggs to a plate and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium-high. Add remaining sesame oil, carrots, onion, and green onions to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until carrots are tender. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
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Add the cooled rice to the skillet with the vegetables. Break it up with a spatula and stir. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
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Stir in the scrambled eggs, melted butter, lemon juice, soy sauce, and peas. Mix well and cook for 2–3 more minutes until everything is evenly coated and hot.
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Toss the cooked chicken with ½ cup Bang Bang sauce. Save the remaining sauce for drizzling over the dish.
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Top the fried rice with the Bang Bang chicken. Drizzle with additional Bang Bang sauce if desired, and garnish with extra green onions before serving.
# Tips:
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You can cook the chicken in a skillet if you don't have an air fryer. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook seasoned chicken in a single layer for 6–8 minutes, turning to achieve a golden exterior and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.