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Chicken Fried Rice

Savory Chicken Fried Rice in Just 20 Minutes Flat

This Chicken Fried Rice is a quick and delicious meal, packed with flavors and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Consider using peanut, vegetable, or canola for the best flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Whisk lightly before cooking for optimal texture.
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Slice finely for quick cooking.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced will provide the best taste.
  • 1 medium Onion Chop finely for even distribution.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 4 slices Bacon Lean it out by trimming excess fat.
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese Cooking Wine (Shaoxing) Infuses rich flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce Can substitute with a blend of fish sauce and hoisin.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Avoid dark soy sauce for this recipe.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Optional for an aromatic touch.
  • 1/2 teaspoon White Pepper Optional; introduces warmth.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Carrot Peel and dice into small pieces.
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Fresh corn works great too!
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas No cooking prep needed.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Slice finely for garnish.
For the Main Component
  • 4 cups Cooked White Rice Day-old rice is best for texture.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • wok
  • bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Fried Rice
  1. Prepare the sauce by mixing oyster sauce, light soy sauce, and Chinese cooking wine, then marinate the chicken for 10 minutes.
  2. Cook the eggs in a heated skillet with oil until set and then set aside.
  3. Sauté bacon until golden and crispy, then remove.
  4. Add onions and garlic to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant.
  5. Add diced carrot, frozen corn, and peas, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Incorporate marinated chicken and cook until no longer pink.
  7. Add cooked rice and remaining sauce, mixing well for 1.5 minutes.
  8. Fold in scrambled eggs and green onions, tossing to combine and warm through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for the best texture and modify veggies to your liking for a personalized meal.

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