Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Chicken Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons peeled and minced fresh ginger; 1 large clove garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons canola or peanut oil; 4 cups cold leftover white rice, crumbled into individual grains; 2 cups diced leftover chicken; 1/2 pound ham steak, cut into 1/4-inch dice (2 cups); 1 cup frozen petite peas; 2 large eggs, beaten together with 1 tablespoon dry sherry; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; Kosher salt

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons peeled and minced fresh ginger
1 large clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons canola or peanut oil
4 cups cold leftover white rice, crumbled into individual grains
2 cups diced leftover chicken
1/2 pound ham steak, cut into 1/4-inch dice (2 cups)
1 cup frozen petite peas
2 large eggs, beaten together with 1 tablespoon dry sherry
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
Kosher salt

1
In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat the ginger and garlic with the canola oil until they start to sizzle steadily, about 2 minutes.
2
Add the rice and cook, stirring often, until it softens and heats through, about 3 minutes.
3
Add the chicken, ham, and peas and cook until heated though, about 2 minutes.
4
Make a well in the center of the rice and add the eggs.
5
Cook, stirring a few times, until the egg starts to set, then break it up with a spatula into small pieces.
6
Stir the mixture together, drizzle with the sesame oil, season with salt to taste, toss well, and serve immediately.

1246

kcal

Calories

Fat

166

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons peeled and minced fresh ginger, 1 large clove garlic, minced, 2 tablespoons canola or peanut oil, 4 cups cold leftover white rice, crumbled into individual grains, and more.

Yes, Chicken Fried Rice falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Fried Rice

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