Chicken Fried Rice - An Easy Recipe

Name: Chicken Fried Rice - An Easy Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken shredded; 3 cups cooked rice I used white, but you can use brown; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 1 white onion small, chopped; 1 cup frozen peas and carrots thawed; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 eggs lightly beaten; 1 green onion sliced diagonally; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds; salt

Servings: persons

1
Shred the leftover chicken. (if you don't have leftover chicken, you can cook some in the slow cooker so it remains moist)
2
Preheat a large skillet or wok to medium heat. Pour the sesame oil in the pan and let it heat up. Add the onion and peas and carrots combination and fry until tender.
3
Take the onion, peas and carrots out of the pan and place in a small bowl.
4
Add the beaten eggs to the pan and scramble them. When the eggs are cooked, add the vegetables, rice and chicken.
5
Pour the soy sauce on top. Add salt and pepper to taste.
6
Stir and fry the rice until heated through and combined.
7
Place the chicken fried rice on a platter or in a bowl, top with sesame seeds and green onions.

929

kcal

Calories

Fat

123

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 cups cooked chicken shredded, 3 cups cooked rice I used white, but you can use brown, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 1 white onion small, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Fried Rice - An Easy Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!