If you’ve been scrolling on social media lately, chances are you’ve seen this Costco chicken scallion rice popping up everywhere. I had to make it myself but with my spin on it of course!
I started with rotisserie chicken but made my own scallion oil and added in fried shallots, cucumbers, and chili oil. It's perfect for an easy, lazy dinners or quick lunches!
What Is Costco Chicken Scallion Rice?
Costco chicken scallion rice is a viral rice dish made straight in the rotisserie chicken bag. Cooked white rice, chopped rotisserie chicken, and a fragrant scallion oil get tossed together with chili oil and crunchy toppings. It’s a viral recipe that is totally worth the hype (in my opinion)!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Minimal cooking: The only real “cooking” is heating oil for the scallions. Everything else gets mixed together.
- Big flavor payoff: Garlic, ginger, scallion oil, and oyster sauce make this taste way more indulgent than it is.
- Perfect for leftovers: This rotisserie chicken and rice combo is great for meal prep or next-day lunches. This makes a big batch of food!
Equipment You’ll Need
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Heatproof bowl
- Small pot
- Wooden spoon or chopsticks
Ingredients for Costco Chicken Scallion Rice
- Costco rotisserie chicken: Pre-cooked, juicy, and perfect for quick meals. You can also use other brands of rotisserie chicken if you'd like.
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Scallions: The key component of the scallion oil!
- Avocado oil: Neutral oil that heats well for scallion oil. You can also use vegetable or canola oil, both of which have high smoke points.
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Cooked white rice
- Chili oil
- Fried shallots: Add a nice little crunch to the rice. You can also use fried onions or fried garlic instead.
- Cucumbers: Adds brightness to the rice but totally optional! I personally like a little vegetable in this dish.
- Sesame seeds
- Salt
Customizations
- Make it less spicy: Skip the chili oil or start with just one tablespoon.
- Use brown rice or jasmine rice: Swap in whatever cooked rice you have on hand.
- Add a fried egg: A runny yolk on top makes this extra comforting and add more protein!
How to Make Costco Chicken Scallion Rice
Prep the Chicken
Remove the rotisserie chicken from the bag, shred the meat, and roughly chop into small cubes. Set aside and save the juices in the bag.
Make the Scallion Oil
Add the minced garlic, ginger, and chopped scallions to a heatproof bowl.
Heat the avocado oil in a small pot over medium heat until shimmering. Carefully pour the hot oil over the aromatics.
Stir in the soy sauce and oyster sauce until combined.
Mix Everything Together for Chicken Scallion Rice
If the chicken juices have solidified, microwave the bag for about 20 seconds until liquid.
Add the cooked rice, chopped chicken, scallion oil mixture, chili oil, fried shallots, cucumbers, sesame seeds, and a pinch of salt directly into the bag. Mix well and serve immediately.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in the microwave and add a splash of water if needed to loosen the rice.
Tips to Make the Perfect Costco Chicken Scallion Rice
- Use warm rice: Warm rice absorbs the scallion oil and sauces better than cold rice.
- Don’t rush the oil: Let the oil get properly hot so it blooms the garlic and scallions.
- Taste before salting: The sauces already bring saltiness, so adjust at the end.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I use other rotisserie chicken besides Costco?
Yes, absolutely! Any rotisserie chicken works here, but Costco’s is extra juicy and generously sized, which makes it ideal for this recipe.
What type of oil is best to make the scallion oil?
A neutral, high-heat oil like avocado oil, grapeseed oil, or canola oil works best. Avoid olive oil, as it can overpower the scallion flavor and doesn't have a high smoke point.
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Costco Chicken Scallion Rice
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups chopped Costco rotisserie chicken other brands work too
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 2 scallions chopped
- 3 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 3.5 cups cooked white rice
- 2-3 tablespoon chili oil
- ⅓ cup fried shallots fried onions or fried garlic work too
- ½ cup chopped cucumbers
- 2 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Pinch of salt adjust to taste
Instructions
- Remove the rotisserie chicken from the bag, shred the meat, and roughly chop into small cubes. Make sure to save the juices in the bag.2 cups chopped Costco rotisserie chicken
- Add the minced garlic, minced ginger, and chopped scallions to a heatproof bowl. Heat the avocado oil in a small pot over medium heat until hot and shimmering (you can stick a wooden chopstick in the oil and if bubbles form around it, the oil is hot). Carefully pour the hot oil over the aromatics to release its flavor. Then add soy sauce and oyster sauce and stir until well combined.2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon minced ginger, 2 scallions, 3 tablespoon avocado oil, 2 tablespoon soy sauce, 1.5 tablespoon oyster sauce
- If the reserved chicken juices in the bag have solidified, microwave for about 20 seconds until liquefied. In the rotisserie chicken bag, add the cooked white rice, chopped chicken, scallion oil mixture, chili oil, fried shallots, chopped cucumbers, sesame seeds, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until combined and serve immediately.3.5 cups cooked white rice, 2-3 tablespoon chili oil, ⅓ cup fried shallots, ½ cup chopped cucumbers, 2 tablespoon sesame seeds, Pinch of salt
Alexandria says
Yummy! My teens loved it! So did I for what it is! Simple! Easy “girl dinner!” Lol. I would add more scallions/green onions. Like an entire bunch! I added cucumbers as a topping on each bowl served so that I could reheat leftover rice easily. If I had more time, I’d add an egg on top of each bowl!
Herman says
I actually love more scallions too but wanted to strike the right balance for others haha but I love the idea of adding more. So glad you enjoyed it!