Description
Fried rice and chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and colorful vegetables, all sautéed to perfection. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, promising a flavorful experience that will keep everyone coming back for seconds. Enjoy this one-pan wonder that not only pleases the palate but also brings a vibrant touch to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cups day-old jasmine rice
- 1 cup mixed fresh vegetables (bell peppers, peas, carrots)
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 inch ginger (minced)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic and ginger.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook diced chicken until golden brown and fully cooked; season with salt.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet; stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in mixed vegetables and cook for 2 minutes before adding day-old rice. Mix thoroughly.
- Push the mixture to one side of the pan and scramble the beaten eggs on the other side until just set, then combine.
- Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over everything; mix well to coat the rice evenly.
- Finish with chopped green onions, toss again, and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg