Description
A comforting and flavorful chicken fried rice that brings the family together, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups water
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 4 carrots, diced
- 2 eggs
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the rice: Start by cooking 1 cup of rice with 2 cups of water in a rice cooker or on the stovetop.
- Heat the oil: Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add aromatics: Toss in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Mix in veggies: Add 1/2 cup frozen peas and 4 diced carrots to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.
- Scramble the eggs: Crack 2 eggs into the pan and scramble until just set.
- Combine ingredients: Stir in the cooked rice and 3 cups shredded chicken, then pour in 1/4 cup soy sauce, mixing well.
- Take it off the heat: Remove the skillet when everything is warmed through and flavors are blended.
Notes
Prep your ingredients ahead of time for quicker cooking. This dish is versatile; feel free to swap proteins or add extra veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg