Easy Chicken Fried Rice
A comforting and versatile dish, this Easy Chicken Fried Rice brings warmth and joy to the dinner table. Packed with chicken, colorful vegetables, and seasoned perfectly, it's a quick meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice Day-old rice works best as it is dryer and less sticky.
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced Adds protein and makes the meal filling.
- 1 cup sweet onions, chopped Lends depth of flavor.
- 1 cup carrots, diced Adds sweetness and color.
- 1 cup peas Frozen peas work perfectly.
- 2 pieces eggs Helps tie everything together.
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce Brings everything together with flavor.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For sautéing.
- to taste salt and pepper Essential seasonings.
- optional sesame oil For a nutty finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare your ingredients: ensure the rice is cold and clump-free, and wash and chop fresh vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
Cooking
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Add chopped onions and carrots to the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes until onions are soft.
- Stir in the peas and continue to cook.
- Push the chicken and vegetables to one side of the skillet. Crack the eggs into the space and scramble until fully cooked, then mix with the other ingredients.
- Add cooked rice, breaking up clumps, and mix well.
- Pour in the soy sauce, tossing to coat the rice evenly.
- Fold in the sliced green onions and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat everything through for an additional 2-3 minutes, then serve hot.
Notes
Use day-old rice for the best texture. Experiment with different vegetables depending on your preference or what's available. Consider serving with steamed broccoli or a crunchy cucumber salad.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
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