Description
This Protein Chicken Fried Rice recipe is a quick and satisfying meal that combines tender chicken, colorful mixed vegetables, and fluffy rice all stir-fried together with eggs and soy sauce for a flavorful and protein-packed dish.
Ingredients
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Protein Chicken Fried Rice Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup diced chicken fillet
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat to get the cooking surface ready for sautéing the chicken and vegetables.
- Cook Chicken: Add 1 cup diced chicken fillet to the pan and cook it until browned and fully cooked through, ensuring a nice sear and juicy texture.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in 1 cup of mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn) and continue cooking for about 3 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Push Ingredients Aside: Push the chicken and vegetables to one side of the pan to create space for cooking the eggs separately.
- Scramble Eggs: Pour in the 2 beaten eggs on the empty side of the pan and scramble them until fully cooked, mixing occasionally for a fluffy texture.
- Combine Rice and Sauce: Add the 2 cups of cooked rice and 3 tablespoons soy sauce to the pan, mixing everything well to evenly coat the rice and ingredients with the soy sauce flavor.
- Add Green Onions and Season: Stir in 2 chopped green onions and season the dish with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Final Cook: Cook for an additional 2 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently to combine all flavors and ensure the fried rice is heated through.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for best texture; freshly cooked rice can be too soft and sticky.
- You can substitute the mixed vegetables with any favorite vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity based on your salt preference to keep it balanced.
- For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of sesame oil at the end for a nutty aroma.
- This recipe can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free soy sauce.
