Chicken:

680 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2.5 cm cubes

15 ml vegetable oil

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon kosher salt

0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

240 ml Bang Bang sauce, divided

Fried Rice:

30 ml sesame oil, divided

4 large eggs, beaten

0.5 teaspoon kosher salt

2 large carrots, diced

1 large white onion, diced

60 ml green onions, diced, plus more for garnish

1 teaspoon garlic, minced

800 g cooked long-grain white rice, cooled

60 ml unsalted butter, melted

1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

30 ml soy sauce

55 g frozen peas

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Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Toss the cubed chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from heat and toss with half of the Bang Bang sauce. Set aside.
Prepare the Fried Rice: In the same skillet, heat 15 ml sesame oil over medium heat. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked, then remove and set aside. Add the remaining sesame oil and sauté diced carrots, onion, and green onions for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
Stir in the cooled rice and cook for 3-5 minutes, breaking up clumps and heating through.
Finish the Fried Rice: Stir in the cooked eggs, melted butter, soy sauce, and peas. Cook for another 2-3 minutes. Add freshly squeezed lemon juice, taste, and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
Combine the Chicken and Rice: Add the cooked chicken to the rice and toss everything together. Drizzle the remaining Bang Bang sauce over and stir to combine.
Serve: Garnish with extra green onions and serve immediately.

For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with tofu or tempeh and ensure it’s well-seasoned.

Increase spice by adding more chili flakes or sriracha to the Bang Bang sauce.

For a healthier option, swap white rice for brown rice or quinoa.

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave with a splash of water or broth.