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Chicken Fried Rice

Delicious Chicken Fried Rice: Your Quick Clean Eating Fix

This Chicken Fried Rice is a quick meal packed with protein, perfect for clean eating and busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast diced; leftover rotisserie chicken works well
  • 4 cups Cold Cooked Rice day-old rice is preferable to prevent clumping
  • 3 large Eggs beaten
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion diced; yellow or green onions are great substitutes
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; fresh is best but garlic powder can work
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas and Carrots or swap in fresh veggies
For Cooking
  • 2 teaspoons Avocado Oil or olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil a little goes a long way
For the Flavor
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce or substitute with hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes optional
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions chopped; can swap with fresh herbs or omit

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 teaspoon of avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add diced cooked chicken breast and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden and heated through. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate, keeping it warm.
  2. In the same skillet, pour in the beaten eggs and quickly scramble them over medium heat. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, breaking them into small bits with a spatula until fully set. Remove the scrambled eggs from the skillet and transfer them to the plate with the chicken.
  3. Add another teaspoon of avocado oil to the skillet, then toss in diced onions. Sauté for 2 minutes until they become fragrant and slightly translucent. Next, add minced garlic, frozen peas, and carrots, cooking for an additional 3–4 minutes.
  4. Add the cold cooked rice to the skillet. Use a spatula to break up any clumps and stir until heated evenly, about 3–4 minutes.
  5. Return the sautéed chicken and scrambled eggs to the skillet, mixing everything thoroughly. Drizzle with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, stirring for 2–3 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle the dish with chopped green onions for freshness. Toss everything together one last time before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days. For long-term storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of water to steam gently.

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