Making chicken fried rice is a great way to use up leftover rice and enjoy a flavorful, satisfying meal. Here’s a simple recipe to make delicious chicken fried rice:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably cold, day-old rice works best)
- 1 cup chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or any cooking oil)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (such as peas, carrots, and corn)
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ingredients: Ensure all ingredients are prepped and ready to go. Cook and cool the rice beforehand. Dice the chicken and chop the vegetables.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until it's no longer pink and is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables:
- In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 2 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the mixed vegetables and cook until they are tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Scramble the Eggs:
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pan.
- Pour the beaten eggs into the empty side of the pan and scramble them until fully cooked.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Add the cooked chicken back to the pan.
- Add the cold rice, breaking up any clumps.
- Stir everything together to mix evenly.
- Season the Fried Rice:
- Add soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil.
- Stir well to coat all the ingredients in the sauces.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Finish and Garnish:
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to get slightly crispy if you like.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve the chicken fried rice hot, either on its own or with a side of your choice.
Enjoy your homemade chicken fried rice!
