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Chicken Fried Rice

20-Minute Chicken Fried Rice Cheat for Crazy Busy Nights


  • Author: Emma Fleming
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A quick and easy chicken fried rice recipe that delivers delicious flavors in minutes. Perfect for using leftover rice and chicken.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup carrots, diced
  • 1/2 cup peas
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add garlic and ginger, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Push garlic and ginger to the side, pour beaten eggs into the pan, and scramble until fully cooked.
  4. Add carrots and peas, stir-fry for 2 minutes until slightly tender.
  5. Add diced chicken, stir to combine.
  6. Add cooked rice, breaking up any clumps.
  7. Pour soy sauce and oyster sauce over the rice, mix well.
  8. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until everything is heated through.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use cold, day-old rice for best texture.
  • Adjust soy sauce to taste if you prefer less salt.
  • Add other vegetables like bell peppers or corn if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: chicken fried rice, easy recipe, quick meal, stir-fry, Asian food