Description
Delightful Chicken Fried Rice brings sizzling Asian-inspired comfort straight to your kitchen. Crispy chicken, fragrant rice, and colorful vegetables dance together in a quick one-pan meal perfect for satisfying hungry diners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 3 large eggs, beaten
Grains and Base:
- 3 cups (450 g) cooked and chilled rice (day-old works best)
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 cup (150 g) frozen peas and carrots mix, thawed
- ¼ cup (40 g) diced onion
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
Instructions
- Sear the chicken in a sizzling large skillet or wok, heating vegetable oil over medium-high flame. Cook the diced chicken until it develops a golden-brown exterior and reaches complete doneness, approximately 5-6 minutes. Transfer the cooked chicken to a separate plate.
- Utilize the same skillet and add another splash of oil. Gently pour the whisked eggs into the pan, creating soft, fluffy scrambled eggs. Once they are just set, remove and place alongside the chicken.
- Introduce diced onions, vibrant green peas, and julienned carrots to the skillet. Allow these vegetables to dance and soften, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until they become tender and slightly translucent.
- Carefully fold the pre-cooked rice into the vegetable mixture, using a spatula to break apart any stubborn clumps. Continuously stir the rice to ensure even heating and prevent sticking, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Reunite the reserved chicken and scrambled eggs with the rice and vegetable medley. Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil across the mixture, gently tossing to distribute flavors comprehensively. Allow the rice to absorb the aromatic seasonings for another 2 minutes.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped green onions as a final garnish, creating a burst of color and zesty flavor. Serve the fried rice immediately while piping hot, inviting everyone to enjoy this classic comfort dish.
Notes
- Prepare chicken in advance by marinating it in garlic, ginger, and light soy sauce for extra flavor depth and tenderness.
- Use day-old cold rice to prevent mushy texture; freshly cooked rice contains too much moisture and can make fried rice clumpy.
- Customize vegetables based on seasonal availability or personal preference, keeping consistent bite-sized chopping for even cooking.
- Create a vegetarian version by replacing chicken with tofu, tempeh, or additional mixed vegetables like bell peppers and edamame.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg