Chicken Fried Rice

Name: Chicken Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian-American
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked rice, chilled; 12 oz chicken breast, diced; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp sesame oil; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced; 1/2 cup carrots, diced; 1/2 cup frozen peas; 2 green onions, sliced; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp white pepper

Quick and satisfying stir-fried rice with tender chicken, vegetables, and egg in a savory soy glaze. A weeknight staple that comes together in minutes.

30 minEasyServes 4420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 cups cooked rice, chilled
12 oz chicken breast, diced
2 eggs, beaten
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
1/2 cup carrots, diced
1/2 cup frozen peas
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp white pepper

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add 12 oz diced chicken breast and cook until no longer pink, about 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
2

Add a bit more oil if needed. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 tsp minced fresh ginger, cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3

Add 1/2 cup diced carrots and 1/2 cup frozen peas, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4

Push everything to the side of the wok. Add 2 beaten eggs to the empty side and scramble until cooked through, then break into small pieces and mix with vegetables.
5

Add 3 cups cooked rice, chilled and break up any clumps. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until rice is heated through.
6

Return chicken to the wok. Drizzle with 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp sesame oil. Toss until everything is well coated.
7

Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp white pepper to taste. Top with 2 sliced green onions and serve hot.

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Questions

What should Chicken Fried Rice look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 5: cook until rice is heated through. Step 6: cook until everything is well coated.

Is there a substitute for toasted sesame oil in Chicken Fried Rice?

The entry for Chicken Fried Rice calls for 1 tsp sesame oil. In its place: There is no neutral substitute for the toasted flavor. Warm a spoonful of sesame seeds in a neutral oil, or leave it out and finish with toasted seeds.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in Chicken Fried Rice?

Yes. Boneless thighs at the same weight are more forgiving and stay juicier. Give them two to four minutes longer; they are at their best around 175 F rather than 165 F. As written, the entry for Chicken Fried Rice uses 12 oz chicken breast, diced.

Can I make Chicken Fried Rice gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Chicken Fried Rice is 2 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Chicken Fried Rice contain sesame?

Yes: 1 tsp sesame oil. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, eggs, soy and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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