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Fried Rice with Chicken

Fried Rice with Chicken

Fried Rice with Chicken is a delightful and easy dish that brings together the best of leftover ingredients into a satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and day-old rice stir-fried to perfection in just 25 minutes. Whether you’re serving it for family dinners or preparing for meal prep, this one-pan wonder caters to all tastes and preferences. With its quick preparation time and budget-friendly nature, you’ll find it hard to resist making this flavorful comfort food again and again.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Gather all your ingredients. Dice the cooked chicken and chop any fresh vegetables.
  2. Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the diced chicken to the skillet. Push the vegetables aside, then pour in the beaten eggs into the space created and scramble until fully cooked.
  4. Stir in the cooked rice along with soy sauce, mixing thoroughly until heated through.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving warm.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding garlic or ginger when cooking the vegetables. Feel free to swap out mixed vegetables for your favorites like bell peppers or broccoli. To spice things up, add chili flakes or diced jalapeños during cooking.

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