Creole Chicken and Ham Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Creole Chicken and Ham Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons canola oil; 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 4 large scallions, thickly sliced; 1/2 pound smoked ham, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; Pinch of cayenne pepper; 3 cups cooked white rice; 1/2 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined; 1/2 cup water; Hot sauce, for serving

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
4 large scallions, thickly sliced
1/2 pound smoked ham, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
Pinch of cayenne pepper
3 cups cooked white rice
1/2 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
1/2 cup water
Hot sauce, for serving

1
In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil until shimmering.
2
Season the chicken with salt and black pepper and cook over high heat, stirring, until browned all over, 6 to 7 minutes.
3
Transfer to a plate.
4
Heat another tablespoon of oil in the skillet.
5
Add the red pepper and half of the scallions and season with salt and pepper.
6
Stir-fry over high heat until crisp-tender and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
7
Add the ham, paprika and cayenne and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
8
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet along with the chicken, rice, shrimp and water and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until the shrimp are pink and the chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
9
Remove from the heat, cover tightly and let stand for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
10
Transfer the fried rice to a bowl, garnish with the remaining scallions and serve with hot sauce.

959

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons canola oil, 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Creole Chicken and Ham 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.

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Creole Chicken and Ham Fried Rice

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