Quick Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Quick Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups microwavable long-grain rice*, cooked; spray of vegetable oil; 4 scallions, finely sliced; 2 long green peppers, finely sliced; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips; 4 ounces extra fine green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/3 cup frozen green peas, defrosted; 1/4 head Savoy cabbage, washed and shredded; 12 ounces skinless chicken, diced; 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar; 1/2 chicken stock cube, crumbled; 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce; 1/2 bunch cilantro, roughly chopped

Servings: persons

2 cups microwavable long-grain rice*, cooked
spray of vegetable oil
4 scallions, finely sliced
2 long green peppers, finely sliced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
4 ounces extra fine green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/3 cup frozen green peas, defrosted
1/4 head Savoy cabbage, washed and shredded
12 ounces skinless chicken, diced
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1/2 chicken stock cube, crumbled
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1/2 bunch cilantro, roughly chopped

1
Preheat the oven to 400F.
2
Line a shallow baking pan with nonstick parchment paper.
3
Tip the rice onto the paper, breaking up any lumps, and spray the surface with oil.
4
Place in the oven, and cook for 12 minutes it should be crisp on the surface.
5
Season, and set aside to keep warm.
6
Meanwhile, spray a wok (ideally nonstick) with a good coating of oil and, over high heat, fry the scallions, chiles, bell pepper, and beans for 2 minutes, stirring continuously.
7
Add the peas, cabbage, and chicken, and fry to give a little color, and to wilt the cabbage, about 3 minutes.
8
Sprinkle over the sugar and stock cube, then add the rice, breaking up any lumps.
9
Stir-fry for 2 minutes, then add the remaining ingredients.
10
Cook for 1 minute, then serve very hot.

543

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Fat

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups microwavable long-grain rice*, cooked, spray of vegetable oil, 4 scallions, finely sliced, 2 long green peppers, finely sliced, and more.

Yes, Quick Fried Rice falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Quick Fried Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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