Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice (Printable View)

Crispy chicken meets spicy Bang Bang sauce atop veggie-filled fried rice, garnished with green onions.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
03 - 1 teaspoon paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
07 - 1 cup Bang Bang sauce, divided

→ Fried Rice

08 - 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
09 - 4 large eggs, beaten
10 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
11 - 2 large carrots, diced
12 - 1 large white onion, diced
13 - 1/4 cup green onions, diced, plus more for garnish
14 - 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
15 - 1.75 pounds cooked long-grain white rice, cooled
16 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
17 - 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
18 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
19 - 2 ounces frozen peas

# Preparation Steps:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine chicken cubes with vegetable oil, paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place chicken in a single layer and air fry for 11 to 12 minutes, turning halfway, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer the chicken to a bowl and cover with foil to keep warm.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add beaten eggs and season with kosher salt. Scramble gently until soft curds form, then transfer eggs to a plate and set aside.
03 - Reduce heat to medium-high. Add remaining sesame oil to the skillet. Add diced carrots, white onion, and green onions. Sauté for 5 minutes until carrots are tender. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
04 - Add cooled cooked rice to the skillet. Break up any clumps using a spatula and mix well with the vegetables. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes until evenly heated.
05 - Return scrambled eggs to the pan. Add melted butter, lemon juice, soy sauce, and frozen peas. Stir thoroughly and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the ingredients are hot and well combined.
06 - Toss cooked chicken with 1/2 cup Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated. Plate the fried rice, top with sauced chicken, drizzle with additional Bang Bang sauce as desired, and garnish with extra diced green onions.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - For the best texture, use day-old rice that has been thoroughly cooled before stir-frying.

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