Description
Sweet, spicy, and savory Honey Garlic Chili Chicken Fried Rice packed with caramelized chicken, chili heat, and rich umami flavor. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- Cooked Jasmine Rice: 3 cups – cold, leftover rice fries best without clumping
- Chicken Breast: 1 large, diced – protein-rich base that soaks in the glaze
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced – adds warmth and bold aroma
- Fresh Ginger: 1 tablespoon, grated – brightens and intensifies the flavor
- Red Chili Flakes: 1 teaspoon – adds heat with lingering spice
- Soy Sauce: 3 tablespoons – provides salty umami depth
- Oyster Sauce: 1 tablespoon – boosts savory, rich taste
- Chili Garlic Sauce: 2 tablespoons – packs bold heat and garlic punch
- Honey: 2 tablespoons – caramelizes the dish and balances heat
- Green Onions: 2 stalks, chopped – for sharp contrast and freshness
- Bell Pepper: 1 small, diced – adds sweetness and color
- Sesame Oil: 1 tablespoon – nutty finish and aroma
- Vegetable Oil: 2 tablespoons – for stir-frying at high heat
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat your wok over high heat until lightly smoking. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and swirl to coat.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix diced chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce. Set aside to marinate.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add marinated chicken to hot wok. Sear for 4–5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Assemble the Dish: Add remaining oil to wok. Stir-fry garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes for 30 seconds. Add bell pepper and sauté for 2 minutes.
- Cook to Perfection: Add cold rice, breaking up clumps. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes. Return chicken to pan. Add remaining sauces and honey. Toss well.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle sesame oil and toss in green onions. Stir to combine everything evenly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Dish into bowls, garnish if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Note: Use day-old rice for best texture and fry it over high heat for wok hei flavor.
- For extra crunch, add cashews or peanuts.
- You can swap chicken for tofu or shrimp easily.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: honey garlic chili chicken fried rice, sweet spicy fried rice, Asian chicken rice, quick chicken fried rice