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bbq chicken fried rice topped with chili oil, sesame seeds, and chives
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BBQ Chicken Fried Rice

BBQ seasoned chicken breast pieces with egg fried rice and a Japanese BBQ sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 485kcal
Author Mason Woodruff

Ingredients

For the BBQ Chicken

  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast diced
  • 1 Tablespoon 12g Dark Brown Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dry Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper

For the Fried Rice

  • 3 Tablespoons 48g Olive Oil, divided
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice ideally chilled overnight
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 2 Tablespoons 38g Japanese BBQ Sauce*

Instructions

  • Mix the BBQ seasoning blend together and toss with the diced chicken breast. For best results, let the chicken rest at room temperature with the seasoning for 10-20 minutes before cooking.
  • To cook the chicken fried rice, heat 1 tablespoon (16g) olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken to the pan in an even layer. Cook for 60-90 seconds, allowing the chicken to brown, before flipping and cooking an additional 2-3 minutes to fully cook the chicken. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate or bowl and set aside.
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons (32g) olive oil to the skillet and carefully add the cooked rice.
  • Create a well in the center of the rice and add the eggs. Scramble in the center of the pan before breaking apart and mixing into the rice.
  • Add the BBQ sauce and stir everything together, cooking for an additional 30-60 seconds until the sauce begins to caramelize on the bottom of the pan.
  • Turn off the heat and add the chicken back to the pan. Toss everything together and serve immediately.

Notes

*I used Bachan's Japanese barbecue sauce, but you can mix any BBQ sauce with a little soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and a splash of mirin.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 14g