Chicken Fried Rice With Leeks And Dried Cranberries

Name: Chicken Fried Rice With Leeks And Dried Cranberries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil divided; 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided; 1/2 pound skinless chicken thighs cut into small pieces; 3 cups sliced leeks thinly, about 1 1/2 lb; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3 1/2 cups long grain brown rice cooked, chilled; 1 cup dried cranberries; 1 tablespoon sage chopped; 1/4 cup dry white wine; soy sauce to taste

Servings: persons

1
Heat large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to pan, swirling to coat. Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 tsp salt and cracked black pepper to taste. Add chicken to pan, and saute for 3 minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally. Remove chicken from pan.
2
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to same pan and swirl to coat. Add leeks and season with 1/4 tsp salt and cracked black pepper to taste. Saute for 4 minutes or until leek is golden and tender. Add leek mixture to chicken.
3
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to same pan and swirl to coat. Add rice stirring well to coat rice with oil. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and cracked black pepper to taste. Cook without stirring for 2 minutes or until edges begin to brown. Stir rice mixture; cook, without stirring for 2 minutes or until edges begin to brown. Stir in chicken mixtures, cranberries and sage. Add wine; cook for 2 minutes or until mixture fully absorbs wine, stirring constantly. Season with soy sauce or additional salt and pepper as needed.

783

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

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: 3 tablespoons olive oil divided, 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided, 1/2 pound skinless chicken thighs cut into small pieces, 3 cups sliced leeks thinly, about 1 1/2 lb, and more.

Yes, Chicken Fried Rice With Leeks And Dried Cranberries 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!