Easy Chicken Fried Rice
Introduction
Easy Chicken Fried Rice is the perfect meal for those busy weeknight dinners. A sumptuous amalgamation of tender chicken, vibrant veggies, fluffy rice and a handful of basic sauces combine to create a dish that is satisfying, delightful, and packed with flavors. The best part? This recipe uses simple ingredients and comes together in 30 minutes!
Why make this recipe
Fried rice is one of those dishes that you can personalize to suit your palate. The recipe is versatile, crowd-pleasing, and a great way to use up leftover rice. Plus, it’s a balanced meal on its own offering carbs, protein, and vegetables.
How to make Easy Chicken Fried Rice
This recipe requires some basic prep work and quick stir frying. You start with sautéing diced chicken, add veggies, beaten eggs, followed by the rice, and sauces. Garnish with green onions and voila, your chicken fried rice is ready!
Ingredients
– Cooked white rice: 2 cups, chilled
– Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
– Boneless, skinless chicken breast: 1 pound, diced
– Frozen peas and carrots: 1 cup
– Eggs: 2, beaten
– Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons
– Oyster sauce: 2 tablespoons
– Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
– Green onions: 3, sliced
– Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
1. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add in the chicken; season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, stir-fry the frozen peas and carrots until heated.
3. Push the veggies on one side; pour the beaten eggs on the other. Scramble the eggs and mix with vegetables.
4. Bring back the chicken, add in rice, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Toss well to combine.
5. Stir in green onions and continue cooking for a few minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
How to Serve Easy Chicken Fried Rice
Serve the chicken fried rice hot, straight out of the wok. It can be enjoyed as a full meal on its own or paired with other classic Asian dishes like Sweet and Sour Chicken, or Beef Broccoli.
How to Store Easy Chicken Fried Rice
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, microwave or stir-fry until heated through.
Tips to Make Easy Chicken Fried Rice
– Always use chilled rice for fried rice. It is less sticky and separates nicely.
– Customize the vegetables as per your liking or based on what you have on hand.
– Leftover cooked chicken can also be used in this recipe.
Variation:
Replace chicken with other proteins like shrimp, beef, or tofu for a vegetarian version.
FAQs
Q: Can this recipe be made with brown rice?
A: Yes, for a healthier variant, brown rice works well too.
Q: Can fresh vegetables be used instead of frozen?
A: Yes, fresh peas and diced carrots can be used.
Q: Can I add other vegetables to this dish?
A: Absolutely, you can incorporate veggies of your choice like bell peppers, beans, corn etc.