Chicken Fried Rice

Let’s prepare some delicious chicken fried rice together, come on!

This is meant to be a flavor explosion that can compete with your favorite takeaway restaurant—it’s not simply fluffy rice and soft chicken. It’s also a great way to finish up any leftover rice!

We love this Chinese restaurant, and their fried rice is so good that I decided to make it for dinner. This has exceeded my expectations since I thought I could make such delicious tastes at home! The finest aspect? Making it is very simple.

The following are necessities:

  • Sesame oil, vegetable oil, and light and dark soy sauce (for more depth) are flavor enhancers.
  • Bite-sized chunks of chicken are a great source of protein.
  • To make a veggie medley, add sliced white onion, thawed frozen peas and carrots, and your favorite vegetables, such broccoli, cauliflower, or snap peas.
  • The key to the perfect rice is whole-grain rice that has been cold-cooked. What a fantastic method to use up leftover rice!
  • Egg Magic: Eggs with texture and protein added by gently beating them.
  • provide some chopped green onions as a last touch to provide some color and freshness.

Let’s start cooking now!

How to Cook Like a Pro:

  1. A Higher Temperature Is Essential: Set your pan or wok to high heat. Toss in the chicken after adding the soy sauce and vegetable oil. Sauté until well cooked and browned. After removing the bird, put it aside.
  2. Veggie time! When the carrots, peas, and onions are added, drizzle with sesame oil. Simmer until very soft.
  3. Fantastic Addition: In the empty area, scramble the eggs and set aside the vegetables. Combine the cooked eggs with the vegetables.
  4. Good-Tasting Rice: Return the cooled rice to the pan along with the cooked chicken. Stir-fry everything until everything is cooked thoroughly, adding soy sauce back in.
  5. Green Glory: To add a zesty taste and a lovely look, cut some green onions.

The Best Fried Rice Recipe Ever Approved by Restaurants:

  • Cold Rice Is King: The ideal texture requires cold, cooked rice. Warm rice often becomes mushy. Spread out the heated rice on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 to 45 minutes, or freeze for 10 to 15 minutes if you’re in a rush.
  • You may adjust the quantity of soy sauce to your desired level of heat. For a stronger taste, start with less and add more as needed.
  • Protein Power: You may replace the chicken with ham, shrimp, tofu, or even simply vegetables if you’d like!
  • Options for Oil: You may replace some of the vegetable oil with butter to give it a deeper taste.
  • Vegetable Extravaganza: Get your vegetarian dishes ready! This recipe serves as an excellent foundation for all of your favorites.

That’s it, my dear! There’s no doubting that this chicken fried rice recipe will be a hit with everyone. It brings restaurant-caliber tastes to your home and is quite simple to create. So get your supplies ready, grab your wok, and start preparing! You’re going to produce something really remarkable!

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Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken Fried Rice

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This recipe isn’t just about fluffy rice and tender chicken, it’s about creating a flavor explosion that will rival your favorite takeout place. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to use up leftover rice!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 lb Chicken (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 3 cups Cooked Rice
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 Small Onion (chopped)
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas & Carrots (thawed)
  • 23 tbsp Soy Sauce (to taste)
  • 2 Large Eggs (beaten)
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions (chopped, optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil and 1 tbsp soy sauce in a large skillet. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
  2. Sauté the Veggies: Add sesame oil to the pan. Fry onion and peas & carrots until tender. Push them to the side.
  3. Scramble the Eggs: Pour eggs on the empty side of the pan and scramble. Mix with the veggies once cooked.
  4. Combine Everything: Add rice, chicken, and remaining soy sauce. Stir-fry until heated through.
  5. Serve: Top with green onions (optional) and enjoy!
  • Author: Mekar Official
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 200kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 301mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 9 g
  • Cholesterol: 61 mg

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