Description
Prepare to embark on a flavor-packed adventure with our irresistible Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice. This fusion dish combines the bold, spicy notes of authentic Bang Bang Chicken with the comforting heartiness of classic fried rice.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound 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 black pepper
- 1 cup bang bang sauce, divided
- 2 tablespoon sesame oil, divided
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (for eggs)
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 1 large white onion, diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, diced, plus more for garnish
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 4 cup long-grain white rice, cooked and cooled (preferably day-old)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/3 cup frozen peas
Instructions
1. Preheat air fryer to 400 °F. Toss chicken with oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Air-fry chicken in a single layer for 11–12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a skillet. Scramble eggs with salt until just set. Remove and set aside.
4. Add remaining sesame oil, carrots, onion, and green onions. Sauté for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
5. Add rice to the skillet. Break up clumps and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly crispy.
6. Stir in scrambled eggs, melted butter, lemon juice, soy sauce, and frozen peas. Cook for 2–3 more minutes.
7. Toss cooked chicken with 1/2 cup bang bang sauce until fully coated.
8. Top fried rice with bang bang chicken. Drizzle extra sauce and garnish with green onions.
Notes
To ensure your Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice turns out flawless every time, consider these helpful tips:
– Avoid overcooking the chicken and rice.
– Opt for day-old rice.
– Experiment with additional spices or vegetables.
– Try different sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 200mg