Spicy, creamy, crispy, and packed with bold flavor—this Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice is a fun, weeknight-ready twist on classic takeout! With tender chicken, crisp veggies, and a fiery sauce, it’s a satisfying one-pan meal that’s easy to love.
🕒 Quick Recipe Card
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Dietary Tags: High-Protein, One-Pan Meal
🛒 Ingredients
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2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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3 cups day-old cooked rice (preferably jasmine or long-grain)
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2 eggs, lightly beaten
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½ cup carrots, finely diced
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½ cup onion, finely diced
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½ cup peas (frozen is fine, no need to thaw)
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1 tbsp oil for cooking (vegetable or sesame oil)
🍶 For the Bang Bang Sauce
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¼ cup mayonnaise
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3 tbsp sweet chili sauce
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1–2 tsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
🔪 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Chicken
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Heat ½ tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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Add chicken, season lightly with salt and pepper, and sauté until fully cooked and lightly browned.
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Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
2️⃣ Scramble the Eggs
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In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium.
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Add beaten eggs and scramble until just set.
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Transfer eggs to a bowl with the cooked chicken.
3️⃣ Stir-Fry the Veggies
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Add remaining oil to the skillet. Sauté carrots and onion for 2–3 minutes.
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Add peas and cook for another minute.
4️⃣ Add Rice & Combine
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Increase heat to high.
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Add day-old rice, breaking up clumps and stirring everything together for 2–3 minutes until the rice is hot and slightly crisped.
5️⃣ Stir in Chicken, Eggs, & Sauce
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Return cooked chicken and scrambled eggs to the skillet.
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Mix together all Bang Bang sauce ingredients in a bowl.
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Pour over the fried rice and toss to coat evenly.
6️⃣ Serve
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Garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, or extra drizzle of sriracha if desired. Serve hot!
💡 Tips for Success
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Day-old rice is key: It’s drier, which keeps the fried rice from getting soggy.
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Customize the heat: Add extra sriracha or red pepper flakes if you love it spicy.
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Add crunch: Top with shredded cabbage, crushed peanuts, or crispy wonton strips.
🧊 Storage & Reheating
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Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
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Reheat: Microwave with a damp paper towel on top, or stir-fry in a hot pan with a splash of soy sauce.
🔎 Nutrition & W-W Points (per serving, 4 servings total)
Estimated per serving (based on light mayo and lean chicken breast):
Calories: ~400 | Protein: ~30g | Carbs: ~28g | Fat: ~18g
W-W Points:
➡️ 6 Points with light mayo and 1 tbsp oil
➡️ 8 Points with regular mayo
Note: Points will vary based on the mayo and rice used. For most accuracy, enter your ingredients into the W-W app.
❓ FAQ
Q: Can I use rotisserie chicken?
A: Yes! Just skip the sautéing step and toss it in with the sauce at the end.
Q: Is there a lower-carb version?
A: Try cauliflower rice instead of white rice and reduce the Bang Bang sauce by half to save points and carbs.
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes! Prep the rice and chop the veggies in advance. The dish reheats well.
📝 Final Thoughts
This Bang Bang Chicken Fried Rice is everything a comfort meal should be—easy, fast, and absolutely packed with bold flavor. It’s perfect for cleaning out the fridge and leveling up leftovers. You’ll want to double the batch!