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Crispy Fried Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

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This Crispy Fried Chicken Fried Rice is a delicious, quick, and satisfying meal that combines the crunchy texture of leftover fried chicken with flavorful fried rice. With a balance of savory tamari, spicy Frank's Red Hot Sauce, and aromatic green onions, this dish is perfect for using up leftovers while creating a mouthwatering one-pan dinner in just 20 minutes.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil (extra light)
  • 1 cup yellow onion (diced)
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • 4 cups day old long grain white rice
  • 5 tablespoons low-sodium tamari (or low-sodium soy sauce, or to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons Frank's Red Hot Sauce (plus more to taste)
  • 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
  • 1½ cups fried chicken (diced leftover meat and crispy skin)
  • 4 green onions (sliced, dark parts only)

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: Add the olive oil to a large chef's pan or wok and heat over medium heat until warm and shimmering.
  2. Sauté the onions: Add the diced yellow onions with a pinch of kosher salt. Cook, stirring often, until the onions become soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add rice and sauces: Increase heat to medium-high. Add the day-old long grain white rice, tamari, Frank's Red Hot Sauce, and Worcestershire sauce to the pan. Stir well to combine and evenly coat the rice.
  4. Incorporate fried chicken: Add the diced leftover fried chicken, including crispy skin pieces, and toss everything together ensuring the chicken is evenly distributed throughout the rice mixture.
  5. Create a crust: Spread the mixture in an even layer in the pan, pressing it down firmly. Let it cook undisturbed for 30 to 45 seconds or until a crispy crust forms on the bottom. Toss and repeat this pressing and crust formation 1 to 2 more times to develop texture.
  6. Adjust seasoning: Taste the fried rice and add more Frank's Red Hot Sauce if additional heat is desired. Stir to mix well.
  7. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately, topped with sliced green onions (dark parts only) for freshness and color.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice for best texture as fresh rice can become mushy.
  • Make sure to cook the rice mixture undisturbed to develop a crispy crust on the bottom, which adds great texture contrast.
  • Leftover fried chicken with skin can be used; if fresh, fry chicken first and then dice before adding.
  • Adjust hot sauce amounts based on your spice preference.
  • This fried rice can be customized by adding vegetables such as peas, carrots, or bell peppers if desired.

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