Easy Chicken Fried Rice (Printable)

Quick stir-fry of chicken, veggies, rice, and eggs for a high-protein dish with Asian-inspired flavor.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 cup diced chicken breast
02 - 2 large eggs, beaten

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 cup frozen peas and carrots blend

→ Grains & Sauce

04 - 3 cups chilled, cooked white rice
05 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce, preferably low sodium

→ Oil

06 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or sesame oil

# Method:

01 - Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat until shimmering.
02 - Add diced chicken breast and cook, stirring frequently, until no longer pink and lightly browned.
03 - Add frozen peas and carrots; stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until just heated through.
04 - Add cooked rice; toss to mix thoroughly with chicken and vegetables.
05 - Push mixture to one side of the pan; pour in beaten eggs on the empty side. Scramble until just set.
06 - Fold scrambled eggs into the rice mixture.
07 - Drizzle soy sauce over contents; stir well and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until evenly coated and heated. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for using up leftovers
  • Quick and easy weeknight meal
02 -
  • Use day old rice for the best texture
  • Switch to tamari for gluten free option
03 -
  • Add green onions or a splash of sesame oil for extra flavor
  • Prep all ingredients ahead for even speedier cooking

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