Bang Bang Fried Rice (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Chicken
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1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
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1 teaspoon of garlic powder
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1 ½ pounds of chicken breasts without bones and skin, chopped into 1-inch chunks
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½ teaspoon of black pepper
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1 teaspoon of paprika
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1 teaspoon of kosher salt
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1 cup of Bang Bang sauce, split in half
→ Rice Stir-Fry
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1 teaspoon of lemon juice
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¼ cup of unsalted butter, melted
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¼ cup of diced green onions, with extra for topping
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4 cups of cooked and cooled white long-grain rice
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2 tablespoons of soy sauce
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1 teaspoon of minced garlic
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⅓ cup of frozen peas
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4 large eggs, whisked
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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2 large carrots, diced small
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2 tablespoons of sesame oil, split into two portions
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1 big white onion, diced up
# Steps to Follow:
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Coat the chicken cubes with kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and some vegetable oil. Heat the air fryer to 400°F. Arrange the pieces in one layer, cooking them for about 11-12 minutes and turning them once at the halfway mark. They're ready when golden and at 165°F inside. Wrap them in foil to keep hot.
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Set a large skillet over high heat and add a tablespoon of sesame oil. Once the oil’s hot, pour in the eggs you’ve beaten, sprinkle a bit of salt, and cook them gently into soft curds. Move the eggs to a plate and set aside.
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Turn the skillet’s heat down to medium-high. Add your last bit of sesame oil, then throw in the diced carrots, chopped white onion, and part of the green onions. Let them saute for around 5 minutes, or until the carrots are soft. Toss in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
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Dump the cold rice into the pan with the veggies. Use your spatula to break apart the clumps, flipping it every so often while cooking for 2-3 minutes. Heat it thoroughly.
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Add the eggs back in, then mix in the peas, melted butter, soy sauce, and the lemon juice. Stir the mixture, ensuring it all heats evenly, and give it another 2-3 minutes of cook time to coat everything well.
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Cover the cooked chicken pieces in half the Bang Bang sauce. Spoon the fried rice onto plates, top it with your chicken, and drizzle the rest of the sauce if you'd like. Sprinkle some green onions on top to finish.
# Additional Notes:
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The rice works best if it's made earlier or leftover. Fresh rice can end up too sticky.
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No air fryer? Use a skillet for 6-8 minutes on medium-high heat, and flip the chicken now and then.
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Bang Bang sauce mixes sweet, spicy, and mayo flavors—it’s key for this dish!