This is the tastiest Blackstone bacon fried rice recipe you’ll try and it is so easy to make! Cooking on the Blackstone griddle brings out all the amazing flavors you’re combining with the crispy bacon, soft veggies, and rice. This fried rice is perfect to enjoy any time of the year, and is one of my favorite meals when I’m craving a quick, griddle-cooked dinner.

Blackstone griddle fried rice

I’m always looking for exciting and fun recipes to fire up my Blackstone griddle, and this Blackstone bacon fried rice recipe has quickly become a favorite. Not only is it incredibly easy to make, but the cleanup is so simple too! The griddle always cooks quicker and more evenly than the skillet, making it the perfect tool to make fried rice.

If you have a Blackstone that is dying to be used, you’ll want to try this recipe! The combination of bacon, sautéed veggies, and cooked rice makes this dish so satisfying. You can eat it for any meal of the day, it’s one of those go-to meals that everyone loves, and you can easily customize it with whatever you have on hand.

You have to try this bacon fried rice on a griddle! Trust me, once you’ve made fried rice on your Blackstone, you’ll never go back to using a pan again.

Why You’ll Love This Blackstone Bacon Fried Rice Recipe

  • It’s easy and fast – We’re all about simple meals here, and this easy Blackstone fried rice comes together quickly in under 30 minutes. Plus, the cleanup is minimal since everything is cooked right on the griddle. If you like fast and easy recipes, you may also love my hot honey pepperoni pizza, chicken gyro recipe, and my creamy chicken and mushroom pasta.
  • Full of flavor – Bacon adds that smoky, savory flavor, while the soy sauce and butter create a rich and satisfying fried rice.
  • Perfect for the Blackstone – The griddle’s large surface area allows you to cook everything evenly, and it’s perfect for frying rice and crisping up bacon at the same time. Plus, my hubby loves to cook on that Blackstone, so I can usually convince him to whip it up. Check out all my Blackstone recipes.

Once you try this recipe, you’ll see how easy it is to make this griddle-cooked bacon fried rice that’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal or weekend cookout.

Bacon fried rice on griddle

What You’ll Need for This Blackstone Bacon Fried Rice Recipe

The ingredients for this Blackstone bacon fried rice recipe are simple:

  • Bacon: 8 strips of bacon, cooked until crispy.
  • Carrots: 4 carrots, chopped.
  • Frozen peas: 3/4 cup of frozen peas.
  • Cooked rice: 4 cups of cold, leftover rice work best for fried rice.
  • Eggs: 3 beaten eggs to add texture and richness.
  • Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons to season the rice.
  • Butter: 3 tablespoons for extra flavor and richness.
  • Salt: To taste.
  • Green onions: To garnish and add a fresh, mild bite.

How to Make Blackstone Bacon Fried Rice

  1. Cook the bacon: Preheat your Blackstone griddle on medium high heat. Place the bacon strips on the griddle and cook until crispy, about 7 minutes. Once done, use your spatula to break the bacon into small 1/2-inch pieces.
  2. Sauté the vegetables: Push the bacon aside and add the chopped carrots and frozen peas to the griddle. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the carrots are softened.
  3. Add the rice: Add the cold cooked rice to the griddle, mixing it with the vegetables and bacon until combined.
  4. Cook the eggs: Create a small well in the center of the rice mixture and pour the beaten eggs in. Stir the eggs into the rice until fully cooked.
  5. Season and finish: Add the soy sauce and butter, mixing them into the fried rice. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.
  6. Serve: Add salt to taste and garnish with freshly chopped green onions.

And that’s it!

blackstone bacon fried rice recipe

FAQ’s: Storing & Substitutions

Can I use leftover rice in this fried rice recipe?

Yes! In fact, leftover rice is perfect for this recipe as it holds up better on the griddle and helps achieve that crispy fried rice texture.

Can I add other vegetables to my fried rice?

Absolutely. You can easily add bell peppers, onions, or zucchini to the mix, depending on what you have on hand.

How do I store leftover fried rice?

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.

blackstone bacon fried rice recipe

Blackstone Bacon Fried Rice Recipe

Taylor Svetlichny
If you're looking for the easiest and tastiest bacon fried rice recipe to make on your Blackstone, this is it!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
25 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, Asian, Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Thai
Servings 6
Calories 312 kcal

Equipment

  • Blackstone Griddle

Ingredients
  

  • 8 strips of bacon
  • 4 carrots chopped
  • 3/4 cups frozen peas
  • 4 cups cooked rice
  • 3 eggs beaten
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • salt to taste
  • green onions

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your Blackstone griddle on medium heat. Place the bacon strips on the griddle and cook until crispy, about 7 minutes. Once done, use your spatula to break the bacon into small 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Push the bacon aside and add the chopped carrots and frozen peas to the griddle. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the carrots are softened.
  • Add the cold cooked rice to the griddle, mixing it with the vegetables and bacon until combined.
  • Create a small well in the center of the rice mixture and pour the beaten eggs in. Stir the eggs into the rice until fully cooked.
  • Add the soy sauce and butter, mixing them into the fried rice. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.
  • Add salt to taste and garnish with freshly chopped green onions.

Notes

  • Use cold rice: Freshly cooked rice can be too soft and sticky for fried rice. Cold, day-old rice works best.
  • Customize the veggies: Feel free to swap out or add in different vegetables based on your preferences or what you have available.
  • Don’t overcook the eggs: When adding the beaten eggs, be sure to stir them quickly into the rice to avoid overcooking.
  • Crisp up the rice: Let the rice sit on the griddle for a few minutes without stirring to allow it to get crispy for extra texture.
Keyword bacon, bacon fried rice, bacon recipes, blackstone, blackstone recipes, fried rice, fried rice recipe, griddle, griddle recipes

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  1. 5 stars
    This is the best fried rice recipe I’ve found!

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