Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice
A delicious and easy-to-make fried rice dish combining tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and a sweet and spicy sauce, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil For frying
- 2 cups cooked rice Day-old rice works best
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce Adjust to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers) Feel free to add any favorites
- 2 pieces green onions, chopped For garnish
- 2 pieces eggs, beaten Optional for variation
- to taste salt and pepper
- sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add cubed chicken and season with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add garlic and mixed vegetables, cooking until vegetables are tender.
- Push chicken and vegetables to the side of the skillet and pour beaten eggs into the pan, scrambling until fully cooked.
- Stir in the cooked rice and sweet chili sauce, mixing everything together until heated through.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
To store leftovers, let the fried rice cool and place in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat thoroughly before serving. Use leftover or day-old rice for best results.