Homemade Chicken Fried Rice (Better Than Takeout)

Homemade Chicken Fried Rice (Better Than Takeout)

This quick and easy, one-pan recipe comes together in just 20 minutes and is far superior to takeout! Once you try this homemade version, you won’t want to settle for those flimsy takeout containers again.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Asian (specifically Chinese-inspired)

Keyword: Chicken Fried Rice

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 423kcal

Ingredients

2 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp canola or vegetable oil
¾ to 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch cubes
1½ cups frozen peas and diced carrots blend (no need to thaw, use directly from the freezer)
3 green onions, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 cups cooked rice (white long-grain or brown rice works; for a shortcut, use two 8.8-ounce pouches of ready-to-serve rice)
3-4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Chicken:

Heat the sesame oil and canola oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 3-5 minutes, flipping occasionally until evenly browned. The exact cooking time will depend on the thickness of your chicken pieces.

Set Aside the Chicken:

Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet with a slotted spoon, leaving the oils and any remaining juices behind. Place the chicken on a plate and set it aside.

Cook the Vegetables:

In the same skillet, add the frozen peas and carrots along with the sliced green onions. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes until the vegetables soften.

Add Garlic and Scramble the Eggs:

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs onto the other side. Scramble the eggs, stirring as needed until fully cooked.

Combine Everything:

Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, then add the cooked rice. Drizzle with soy sauce and add salt and pepper to taste, if desired. Stir everything together and cook for another 2 minutes to ensure everything is well-mixed and heated through.

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