Description
Quick & Easy Chicken Fried Rice is the perfect solution for a busy weeknight or casual gathering when you crave something delicious without the hassle. This satisfying dish brings together tender chicken, aromatic vegetables, and seasoned jasmine rice, all cooked in under 30 minutes. With a blend of soy sauce and sesame oil, each bite bursts with authentic flavors that will remind you of your favorite takeout. Whether you’re feeding a family or prepping meals for the week, this versatile recipe allows for customization—swap in your favorite vegetables or proteins for a personalized touch. It’s guaranteed to please even the pickiest eaters!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ½ cups cooked jasmine rice (cold)
- ½ lb skinless boneless chicken thighs (thinly sliced)
- 1.5 cups frozen peas and carrots
- 3 large eggs (beaten)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon regular soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons regular soy sauce
- ½ tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
Instructions
- Marinate sliced chicken in soy sauce and cornstarch for 5-10 minutes.
- Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat; cook the chicken until fully cooked, then set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic and shallots until fragrant; add frozen peas and carrots.
- Push veggies to one side, add remaining oil, and scramble beaten eggs.
- Combine cooked rice and chicken back into the pan; pour sauce around the edges, mix well until heated through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 220mg