Description
Chinese Chicken Fried Rice is a delightful and versatile dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and perfectly cooked rice in a savory stir-fry. This easy recipe not only delivers on flavor but also allows for customization based on your preferences, making it a perfect choice for quick weeknight dinners or as an impressive side at gatherings. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, even novice cooks can master this comforting meal. Enjoy the rich taste of homemade Chinese Chicken Fried Rice that brings a taste of the takeout experience right to your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cooked day-old rice
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas and carrots)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and stir-fry until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and mixed vegetables; cook for about 3 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Add cooked rice, breaking up clumps as you mix everything together.
- Pour soy sauce and sesame oil over the mixture; stir until evenly coated and heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg