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Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken Fried Rice: Quick Comfort with Leftover Magic

Transform leftover rice into a vibrant Chicken Fried Rice that's quick, easy, and customizable.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice preferably day-old
For the Protein
  • 2 large chicken thighs or extra-firm tofu for vegetarian option
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup frozen peas & carrots without sauce packets
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 stalks scallions white parts chopped, green tops for garnish
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1 teaspoon oyster sauce optional
  • ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil
For the Eggs
  • 2 large eggs whisked
For Cooking
  • 1.5 tablespoons neutral oil e.g., peanut or canola

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Fried Rice
  1. Whisk together eggs, soy sauce, and white pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil and cook the egg mixture for 2 minutes until set.
  2. In the same skillet, heat another ½ tablespoon of oil, sauté garlic, ginger, and white scallion parts for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add frozen peas and carrots, cooking for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  4. Stir in day-old jasmine rice, breaking clumps and toasting for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Drizzle soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, mixing thoroughly and cooking for 2 more minutes.
  6. Fold in cooked chicken and scrambled eggs, stirring for 2 minutes until heated through.
  7. Adjust seasoning and garnish with green scallion tops before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for ideal texture. Cool and refrigerate leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.

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