Easy Chicken Fried Rice
Easy Chicken Fried Rice is a quick and delicious way to transform leftover ingredients into a satisfying meal. With tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and fluffy rice, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort. Ready in just 25 minutes, you can enjoy the comforting flavors of your favorite takeout right at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups day-old rice
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 4 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown, then remove from the pan.
- In the same skillet, scramble the beaten eggs until just set and set aside with the chicken.
- Stir-fry garlic and mixed vegetables in the skillet for about 2 minutes.
- Return the chicken and eggs to the pan, add the cooked rice and soy sauce, mixing well to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using teriyaki sauce instead of soy sauce. - Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for different protein options. - Incorporate any leftover veggies you have on hand.