Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Fried Rice

Craving a delicious and satisfying meal that’s both quick and healthy? Look no further than this perfectly crispy chicken fried rice made in the air fryer. Whether you’re a busy parent seeking to whip up a family-friendly dish or a home cook wishing to impress at your next dinner party, this air fryer chicken fried rice is here to save the day.

Can I really make fried rice in the air fryer?

Yes! The air fryer is a great way to make quick, crispy fried rice. Using pre-cooked rice helps it crisp up without going soggy, and you get delicious results with minimal oil.

Do I need to cook the rice before air frying?

Absolutely – always use cold, pre-cooked rice (ideally from the day before). Freshly cooked rice will be too soft and may clump in the air fryer.

What type of chicken works best for this recipe?

Diced chicken breast or thigh fillets both work well. Thighs stay juicier, but breasts are leaner. Cook the chicken first in the air fryer, then mix with the rice.

Can I add vegetables to this air fryer fried rice?

Yes! Frozen peas, sweetcorn, spring onions, peppers or carrots all work brilliantly and add colour and texture to your air fryer chicken fried rice.

How do I stop the rice from drying out in the air fryer?

Lightly spray or toss the rice with a small amount of oil or soy sauce. Also, don’t overcrowd the basket – shake halfway through for even cooking.

Can I use leftover roast chicken instead?

Definitely. Shredded leftover chicken is perfect and saves time. Just toss it with the honey garlic sauce and mix it into the fried rice before reheating in the air fryer.

Is honey garlic chicken fried rice a good meal prep option?

Yes – it stores well in the fridge and reheats beautifully in the air fryer. Ideal for quick air fryer chicken lunch recipes or easy weeknight dinners.

Is this dish healthy?

It can be! Use lean chicken, plenty of veg, and a homemade honey garlic sauce to keep it balanced. Cooking in the air fryer also means less oil.

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Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Fried Rice 🍚 388 calories, Serves 4  Obsessed with this crispy garlic chicken with an easy fried rice, all in the airfryer. Beyond simple! Coat 4 chicken breasts in:  * 1 tbsp soy sauce, to coat the chicken in  * 1 tbsp cornflour, to coat the chicken in  Once cooked, make a glaze using:  * 1 tbsp garlic puree  * 1 tbsp soy sauce  * 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce  * 1 tbsp water  * 1 tbsp honey  Mix 2 micro bags of rice with:  – 1 tbsp hoisin sauce  – 1 tbsp oyster sauce  – 1 tbsp soy sauce  – 1 tsp sesame oil  – 1 tbsp garlic purée  – 1 tsp ginger  – 1/2 a tsp Chinese five spice  – 1 grated carrot   – 100g frozen peas    Method:  1. Cut your chicken breasts into tiny pieces and coat in soy sauce and cornflour  2. Prepare your fried rice by popping your basmati rice into a bowl with all of the ingredients above  3. Pop your chicken into the air fryer for 12-14 minutes at 180. Airfry the fried rice mixture for 8 minutes at 180 so not as long as the chicken. 4. Coat the chicken in the sauce and airfry for another couple of minutes 5. Serve with some chilli oil and sesame seeds and enjoy! #rice #fakeaway #friedrice #food #hungry #takeaway #airfried #airfryer #airfrying #airfryerrecipe #video #like #share #nightin #budgeting #moneysaving #moneysavingrecipes #fyp #foryou #tiktok

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What temperature and time do I cook this at in the air fryer?

Cook at 190–200°C for about 10–12 minutes, shaking or stirring halfway through. Make sure the chicken is fully cooked through and piping hot.

Can I make this recipe vegetarian?

Yes! Swap the chicken for tofu or just use vegetables and egg for a simple air fryer fried rice.

More air fryer chicken recipes

Enjoyed this air fryer chicken recipe? Here are more tasty chicken dishes to try next!

• Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken
• Air Fryer Nandos Chicken & Halloumi Skewers
• Air Fryer Honey Halloumi Sriracha Chicken

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