Description
This Protein Chicken Fried Rice recipe is a quick and delicious meal packed with tender chicken, colorful mixed vegetables, and fluffy eggs, all perfectly seasoned with soy sauce and green onions. Ready in 25 minutes, it’s a satisfying homemade version of a classic takeout favorite.
Ingredients
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Protein Chicken Fried Rice Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup diced chicken fillet
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat to prepare for cooking the chicken.
- Cook chicken: Add the diced chicken fillet to the pan and cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add vegetables: Stir in the mixed vegetables and cook for 3 minutes until they soften slightly.
- Push ingredients aside: Push the chicken and vegetables to one side of the pan to make space for the eggs.
- Scramble eggs: Pour the beaten eggs into the empty side of the pan and scramble them until fully cooked, then mix with the chicken and vegetables.
- Add rice and soy sauce: Add the cooked rice and soy sauce to the pan, mixing everything well to combine flavors evenly.
- Add green onions and season: Stir in the chopped green onions and season with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Final cook: Cook the mixture for an additional 2 minutes while stirring frequently to allow flavors to meld together perfectly.
Notes
- Use day-old rice if possible for best texture and to prevent clumping.
- Feel free to substitute mixed vegetables with any preferred veggies like bell peppers or broccoli.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity according to your salt preference.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of sesame oil before serving.
- This dish can be easily doubled for larger servings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Keywords: Chicken Fried Rice, Protein Fried Rice, Quick Fried Rice Recipe, Easy Chicken Dinner, Stir Fry Rice
