Sweet and Spicy Chicken Fried Rice

1.Prepare all ingredients before starting: dice chicken and bell peppers, mince garlic, chop onion, and slice green onions.

2.Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

3.Add diced chicken to the wok and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken from wok and set aside.

4.Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the wok. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.

5.Add diced red and green bell peppers to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.

6.Push the vegetables to one side of the wok. Pour the beaten eggs into the empty side and scramble gently until just set, about 1 minute.

7.Add the cooked jasmine rice to the wok, breaking up any clumps with the back of a spatula. Stir everything together to combine.

8.Return the cooked chicken to the wok and mix well with the rice and vegetables.

9.In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, chili garlic sauce, black pepper, and salt.

10.Pour the sauce mixture over the rice and chicken. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the rice is evenly coated and heated through.

11.Turn off the heat and drizzle toasted sesame oil over the fried rice if using. Toss gently to combine.

12.Transfer the sweet and spicy chicken fried rice to serving plates. Garnish with sliced green onions and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top if desired.

13.Serve immediately, ideally with a side of fresh cucumber slices or a simple Asian-style salad for a balanced meal.