Savory BBQ Chicken Fried Rice for a Flavor-Packed Dinner
This savory BBQ chicken fried rice combines seasoned chicken breast, fluffy cooked rice, scrambled eggs, and Japanese BBQ sauce for a flavorful, satisfying dinner with a smoky-sweet finish.
Equipment
- large skillet
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp dark brown sugar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1/2 cup Japanese BBQ sauce
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced boneless skinless chicken breast with dark brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, dry mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss until the chicken is well-coated, then let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil if needed, and allow it to heat for a few seconds. Add cooked rice and stir-fry for about 3-5 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy.
- Create a well in the center of the rice, crack the eggs into the well, and scramble them for about 1-2 minutes until just set. Mix the scrambled eggs into the rice.
- Pour in your Japanese BBQ sauce, stirring for about 30-60 seconds until the sauce begins to caramelize and coat the rice and eggs evenly.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to combine thoroughly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat the chicken through.
Notes
Day-old rice yields the best texture. Adjust seasoning to taste for personal preference. Try chicken thighs for more flavor, and substitute light brown sugar, regular paprika, fresh minced garlic, or vegetable or sesame oil as needed.