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Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

Chicken Fried Rice Recipe
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A flavorful and easy-to-make Chicken Fried Rice recipe featuring tender chicken, mixed vegetables, scrambled eggs, and aromatic seasonings, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying meal any time.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon neutral oil (avocado or canola oil), divided
  • ¾ pound chicken breasts, cut into very small pieces
  • 5 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, divided
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Vegetables & Rice

  • ½ cup diced white onion
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 cups cooked rice, cooled to touch
  • Sesame seeds, optional for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken: In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, warm 1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil and 1 tablespoon neutral oil until hot. Add the chicken pieces and let cook for 1 minute without stirring. Add 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon butter, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is no longer pink, about 1 to 3 minutes, stirring only once or twice to brown the chicken. Transfer chicken to a bowl and wipe out the skillet.
  2. Sauté vegetables: Heat 1 teaspoon neutral oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and frozen mixed vegetables. Sauté until onions are nearly translucent, about 3 minutes.
  3. Scramble eggs: Push vegetables to one side of the skillet. Crack the eggs into the empty side and scramble with a spatula until fully cooked through.
  4. Add rice and seasonings: Add 4 cups of cooked rice and 3 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Stir frequently and cook for 5 minutes, then stir in 3 tablespoons soy sauce and cook for another 1 minute.
  5. Combine chicken and finish: Stir the cooked chicken back into the skillet along with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until everything is well combined and heated through. Portion into bowls, garnish with sesame seeds if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use day-old cooked rice or spread freshly cooked rice on a tray to cool and dry slightly before cooking to prevent mushy fried rice.
  • Adjust soy sauce quantity to your preference for saltiness.
  • For extra flavor, you can add minced garlic or ginger when sautéing the vegetables.
  • Ensure the chicken pieces are cut small so they cook quickly and evenly.
  • Optional garnish with toasted sesame seeds adds a nice texture and aroma.

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Keywords: chicken fried rice, easy fried rice, chicken stir fry, quick dinner, Chinese fried rice, healthy fried rice

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