Savory and Quick Chicken Fried Rice
A flavorful and easy chicken fried rice recipe perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice (day-old, cold)
- 1 lb boneless (skinless chicken breast, diced)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
- 2 large eggs beaten eggs
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (thawed)
- 1/2 cup onion (finely diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional Garnishes
- 2 green onions sliced (optional)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp oil; cook chicken for 4-5 minutes. Remove.
- Add 1/2 tbsp oil; scramble eggs for 1-2 minutes. Remove.
- Add 1/2 tbsp oil; cook onion, garlic, peas, and carrots for 2-3 minutes.
- Add rice; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes. Return chicken and eggs; add sauces and pepper. Stir-fry 2 minutes.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
Use day-old rice for best results. Feel free to add other vegetables or adjust sauces to taste.