Easy Chicken Fried Rice
Easy Chicken Fried Rice is a quick, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and savory soy sauce for a comforting meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this versatile recipe allows you to customize it with your favorite proteins and veggies. In just 20 minutes, you can create a satisfying dish that will please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked day-old rice
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Cooking oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by dicing chicken and chopping carrots. Measure out peas and sauces.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add cooking oil. Sauté diced chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes), then set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and carrots; cook for about 3 minutes until softened. Add frozen peas.
- Incorporate cooked rice into the skillet along with the chicken, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Stir until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot garnished with sliced green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Use day-old rice for better texture; it prevents clumping. - Customize with proteins like shrimp or tofu and add veggies like bell peppers or broccoli. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.