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Easy Chicken Fried Rice

Easy chicken fried rice
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A quick and easy chicken fried rice recipe that combines tender chicken, day-old rice, fresh vegetables, and a rich, savory sauce for a perfect weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • For Rice: 3 cups cooked day-old rice
  • For Chicken Marinade:
    • 1 chicken breast, cubed
    • 1 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1 tsp oyster sauce
    • 1 tsp cornstarch
    • 1 tsp oil
    • Pinch of ground black pepper
  • For Stir-Fry:
    • 2 tbsp oil (divided)
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1/2 cup white onion, minced
    • 1/2 cup spring onions
    • 2–3 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1/4 tsp black pepper
    • 1 tsp sesame oil
    • 1/2 cup peas and carrots
    • 2 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Mix marinade ingredients and coat chicken cubes. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok, cook chicken until golden, and set aside.
  3. Cook the Vegetables: In the same pan, sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic, peas, and carrots, cooking until tender.
  4. Combine Rice and Vegetables: Add chilled rice, stir-frying to break clumps. Season with soy sauce, black pepper, and sesame oil.
  5. Incorporate Eggs: Push rice to one side, scramble eggs in the pan, then mix with the rice.
  6. Add Cooked Chicken: Return chicken to the pan, stir everything together, and cook for 2–3 minutes.
  7. Serve: Garnish with chopped spring onions and optional sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For gluten-free: Replace soy sauce with tamari.
  • Adjust spice levels by adding chili flakes or sriracha.
  • Best served hot for maximum flavor.

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