Easy Chicken Fried Rice
Easy Chicken Fried Rice is a quick and satisfying dish that brings together tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and fragrant rice, all coated in savory soy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this recipe combines familiar flavors with the warmth of home-cooked comfort food. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a delicious meal that rivals your favorite takeout!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups day-old cooked rice
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers)
- 4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté diced chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry until tender yet crisp (about 3 minutes).
- Incorporate day-old rice into the skillet, breaking up any clumps while mixing thoroughly.
- Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the mixture. Stir until evenly coated and heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use day-old rice for best texture—freshly cooked rice can be too sticky. Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for different protein options. Add chili flakes or sriracha for an extra kick.