Chicken Fried Rice
Chicken Fried Rice is a comforting and flavorful dish that turns leftover rice into a culinary delight. With tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and aromatic seasonings, this easy recipe captures the essence of homemade Asian cuisine. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, Chicken Fried Rice is not just a meal; it’s an experience that evokes the warm ambiance of bustling street markets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound), diced
- 1 cup mixed fresh vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers)
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Ensure all ingredients are chopped and ready to go.
- Heat your pan: In a large skillet or wok, heat oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Cook the chicken: Add diced chicken and sauté until golden brown and fully cooked through (5-7 minutes). Season lightly with salt.
- Add vegetables: Toss in the mixed vegetables and stir-fry until tender-crisp (3-4 minutes).
- Scramble eggs: Push everything to one side of the pan, crack in the eggs on the other side, and scramble until cooked through. Mix everything together.
- Add rice and sauce: Fold in cooked rice along with soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir-fry until heated through (3-5 minutes).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for variations. Incorporate additional veggies for extra flavor and crunch. Make sure to use day-old rice for optimal texture.