Boom! Done! Such an easy recipe, isn’t it? Spicy Chicken Fried Rice. This just might be your new go-to spicy recipe, my friends. I love it. So tasty, and very satisfying. Turns out great every time with oil and soy sauce and chili paste and, just, so many flavors. Fried rice is great as a side dish for all sorts of Chinese cuisine, and when you add in chicken, you have yourself a complete meal, though it still makes for a nice side. I like to make a spicy version here, which includes a number of elements, including spicy chili peppers (jalapenos and serranos), chili paste, chili flakes as well as sriracha hot sauce. If you’re a spicy food lover like me, this is going to make you quite happy. Chili pastes are essential for flavor building. They are concentrated peppers and other ingredients that are perfect for layering in piquancy and umami. I have several homemade chili pastes on hand from my own garden grown peppers, though there are many great ones available. You’ll never want for Chinese take out from your local Chinese restaurant again when you can make your own chicken fried rice at home, and the bonus is you can make it as spicy as you want it. The chicken is moist and tender, the rice wonderfully fluffy, and we have just the right amount of spices and heat to make this truly satisfying. Let’s talk about how to make spicy chicken fried rice, shall we? You’ll want to keep the ingredients moving in the pan to achieve that classic “stir fry” texture and flavor. Stir Fry the Rice. Add the butter and melt. Stir in the rice, green onions, soy sauce and fish sauce. Lightly fry the rice for 5 minutes, stirring a bit, until everything is combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. See how the color of the rice changes from all of the additions. Garnish and serve! Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H.
Storage & Leftovers
Storing your Spicy Chicken Fried Rice in an airtight container in the fridge may allow you to store the leftovers for up to 3-4 days. To maximize the storage life, make sure to refrigerate it promptly. NOTE: This recipe was updated on 3/12/21 to include new information and video. It was originally published on 6/8/2020.
