Description
Chicken Fried Rice is a delightful, quick meal that combines fluffy rice, tender chicken, and vibrant vegetables in a savory soy sauce blend. This comforting dish evokes nostalgia and is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With its colorful presentation and customizable ingredients, Chicken Fried Rice is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), diced
- 4 cups day-old cooked rice
- 1 cup mixed fresh vegetables (bell peppers, peas, carrots)
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil. Cook the diced chicken until golden brown and cooked through for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and ginger; stir until fragrant. Toss in the mixed vegetables and stir-fry until just tender.
- Add the day-old rice and soy sauce to the skillet. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are combined.
- Push the rice mixture to one side of the skillet, scramble the eggs in the empty space until set, then mix into the rice.
- Fold in chopped green onions before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg