Description
Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice is a delicious fusion dish with crispy chicken coated in a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. This dish combines bold flavors, including the heat of sriracha and the sweetness of honey, mixed with fluffy rice, veggies, and savory seasonings. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight meal that’s quick, easy, and incredibly satisfying!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
Boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Cornstarch (for coating the chicken)
Salt and pepper
Vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Fried Rice:
Cooked jasmine or long-grain rice (preferably cold, day-old rice works best)
2 eggs
Frozen peas and carrots mix
Green onions, chopped
Garlic, minced
Soy sauce
Sesame oil
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha
1 tablespoon honey or sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Toss the chicken pieces in cornstarch, salt, and pepper until they’re well coated.
- Fry the Chicken: In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, fry the chicken in vegetable oil until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Scramble the Eggs: In the same skillet, scramble the eggs, then push them to one side of the pan.
- Cook the Rice and Veggies: Add minced garlic, frozen peas and carrots, and cold rice to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook until heated through.
- Add Flavor: Drizzle in the soy sauce and sesame oil, tossing to combine.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey (if using) until smooth.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the crispy chicken to the pan and pour the bang bang sauce over it. Gently fold everything together until the chicken and rice are evenly coated.
- Serve: Top with chopped green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- Swap the Protein: You can use shrimp, tofu, or even beef instead of chicken for a different twist.
- Healthier Option: For a lighter version, bake the chicken instead of frying it.
- Low-Carb Version: Use brown rice or cauliflower rice to lower the carb content.
- Vegetable Variety: Feel free to add extra veggies like bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas to boost the nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
