Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice
Savor the delicious blend of flavors in Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice, a dish that elevates any meal with tender chicken, colorful veggies, and savory rice. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, guaranteed to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 4 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.
- Add garlic, carrots, green onions, and peas; sauté until veggies soften.
- Stir in cooked rice, breaking apart clumps to mix thoroughly.
- In a bowl, whisk together sriracha sauce, soy sauce, honey or sugar, lime juice, and sesame oil. Pour over rice mixture.
- Stir-fry for another 3-5 minutes until heated through and well-combined.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added protein options, substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu. Incorporate other vegetables like bell peppers for extra nutrition. Use day-old rice for optimal texture; freshly cooked rice may become mushy.