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Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken Fried Rice

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A delicious and easy-to-make Chicken Fried Rice recipe that features savory chicken, colorful vegetables, and fragrant rice, perfect for a flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove the eggs from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.
  4. Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they are tender.
  5. Stir in the cooked chicken and cooked rice, breaking up any clumps.
  6. Add the soy sauce and sesame oil, mixing everything thoroughly.
  7. Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet and fold them into the rice mixture.
  8. Add the chopped green onions and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until everything is heated through.

Notes

  • Using day-old rice helps prevent mushiness in the fried rice.
  • Feel free to customize the mixed vegetables based on your preferences.
  • This recipe can be easily doubled for larger servings.

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