🍳🥓 Chicken and Bacon Fried Rice (Better Than Takeout!)
If you’re looking for a quick, comforting, and insanely flavorful dinner, this Chicken and Bacon Fried Rice is the recipe you’ll want to save forever. It’s smoky, savory, packed with protein, and comes together faster than delivery. Every bite has tender chicken, crispy bacon, fluffy rice, and perfectly scrambled eggs—all tossed in a rich, garlicky sauce that makes this dish completely irresistible.
This is one of those meals that turns leftovers into gold and has everyone going back for seconds (or thirds). Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or when you want something cozy but exciting.
❤️ Why Everyone Loves This Recipe
Ready in 30 minutes or less
Uses simple pantry ingredients
Great way to use leftover rice
Family-friendly and customizable
Tastes even better the next day
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
(Exact measurements can be adjusted to taste)
Cooked rice (day-old rice works best)
Chicken breast or thighs, diced
Bacon, chopped
Eggs
Onion, finely chopped
Garlic, minced
Frozen peas and carrots (or fresh veggies)
Soy sauce
Oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
Sesame oil
Black pepper
Salt (only if needed)
Green onions for garnish
👩🍳 How to Make Chicken and Bacon Fried Rice
1️⃣ Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet or wok, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pan for extra flavor.
2️⃣ Cook the Chicken
Add diced chicken to the same pan. Season lightly with pepper and cook until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside with the bacon.
3️⃣ Scramble the Eggs
Crack the eggs directly into the pan and scramble gently until just set. Push them to the side.
4️⃣ Build the Flavor
Add onion and garlic to the pan and sauté until fragrant. Stir in the vegetables and cook until heated through.
5️⃣ Fry the Rice
Add the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps. Let it sit for a moment so it crisps slightly, then stir.
6️⃣ Bring It All Together
Return chicken and bacon to the pan. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a drizzle of sesame oil. Toss everything until evenly coated and heated through.
7️⃣ Finish & Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
🔥 Pro Tips for the Best Fried Rice
Cold rice is key – fresh rice gets mushy
Don’t overcrowd the pan
Let the rice sit before stirring for crispy edges
Bacon fat = flavor bomb (don’t skip it!)
🍽️ Perfect For:
Weeknight dinners
Meal prep lunches
Cleaning out the fridge
Impressing guests with minimal effort
🌟 Variations You’ll Love
Add shrimp for a surf-and-turf twist
Make it spicy with chili oil or sriracha
Swap chicken for leftover rotisserie chicken
Use brown rice or jasmine rice
This Chicken and Bacon Fried Rice is one of those recipes that once you try it, it becomes a regular in your kitchen. It’s comforting, bold, and unbelievably satisfying—a true crowd-pleaser every single time.
