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Why Make This Recipe
Fried Rice with Chicken and Bacon is a delicious and hearty dish that combines the smoky flavor of bacon with juicy chicken and colorful veggies. This recipe is perfect for using leftover rice and makes a quick meal that the whole family will enjoy. It’s customizable, allowing you to add or remove ingredients based on your taste preferences. Plus, it’s easy to make, so you’ll be able to whip it up in no time!
How to Make Fried Rice with Chicken and Bacon
Ingredients :
- 2 cups long grain white rice, cooked and cooled
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into small pieces
- 6 slices of bacon, chopped
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 12 oz bag frozen mixed veggies
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- 4 eggs
- 1-2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 4-6 chopped green onions
- Buffalo Wild Wings Sweet and Sour Sauce
Directions :
- Cook the rice according to package directions, let it cool, and refrigerate for a couple of hours or overnight.
- Heat a griddle to medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
- Add the chicken and chopped bacon. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then cook while stirring.
- Once the bacon is cooked, scoot it to one side and add the cooked rice onto the griddle.
- Add more sesame oil and season the rice with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Drizzle soy sauce over the rice, adjusting it to taste.
- Place the frozen veggies next to the rice and stir everything together.
- Make a well in the rice and add more oil and the eggs, scrambling them until fully cooked.
- Mix in the cooked chicken and veggies.
- Spread the mixture out on the griddle and allow it to cook until golden brown, then top with chopped green onions and serve with Sweet and Sour sauce.
How to Serve Fried Rice with Chicken and Bacon
You can serve Fried Rice with Chicken and Bacon as a main dish or as a side. It pairs well with extra soy sauce or sweet and sour sauce for dipping. You can also add a side of crispy salad for a fresh touch.
How to Store Fried Rice with Chicken and Bacon
To store your leftover fried rice, let it cool completely, then place it in an airtight container. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. You can also freeze it by using a freezer-safe container, where it will last for up to 2 months. When ready to eat, reheat thoroughly on the stovetop or microwave.
Tips to Make Fried Rice with Chicken and Bacon
- Use leftover rice for the best texture. Freshly cooked rice can be too moist.
- Add any vegetables you like or have on hand. Bell peppers, peas, or carrots work great!
- Adjust the seasonings to your taste, increasing the soy sauce or garlic powder as desired.
- For a spicier kick, you can add chili sauce or sriracha.
Variation
For a healthier version, you can swap out the bacon for turkey bacon or omit it altogether. You can also substitute the chicken for shrimp or tofu. This flexibility makes it easy to adapt to various diets.
FAQs
1. Can I use brown rice instead of white rice?
Yes, you can use cooked brown rice, but keep in mind that it might change the texture slightly.
2. Can I make this dish vegetarian?
Absolutely! You can omit the chicken and bacon and replace them with more vegetables or tofu for protein.
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3. How do I know when the eggs are fully cooked?
The eggs should be scrambled fully and no longer runny. They should be firm when you break them apart with a spatula.
Fried Rice with Chicken and Bacon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups long grain white rice, cooked and cooled Use leftover rice for best texture.
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into small pieces
- 6 slices bacon, chopped Can substitute with turkey bacon for a healthier option.
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 12 oz bag frozen mixed veggies Feel free to add any vegetables you like.
- 1 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp garlic powder Adjust to taste.
- 4 pieces eggs Scramble until fully cooked.
- 1-2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce Adjust to taste.
- 4-6 pieces chopped green onions For garnish.
- to taste Buffalo Wild Wings Sweet and Sour Sauce For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the rice according to package directions, let it cool, and refrigerate for a couple of hours or overnight.
Cooking
- Heat a griddle to medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
- Add the chicken and chopped bacon. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and cook while stirring.
- Once the bacon is cooked, scoot it to one side and add the cooked rice onto the griddle.
- Add more sesame oil and season the rice with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Drizzle soy sauce over the rice, adjusting it to taste.
- Place the frozen veggies next to the rice and stir everything together.
- Make a well in the rice, add more oil and the eggs, scrambling them until fully cooked.
- Mix in the cooked chicken and veggies.
- Spread the mixture out on the griddle and allow it to cook until golden brown, then top with chopped green onions and serve with Sweet and Sour sauce.