Description
This Best Chicken Fried Rice combines fluffy rice, tender chicken, and vibrant vegetables for a quick, flavorful dinner that delights everyone. It’s simple to prepare and perfect for busy nights or leisurely weekends!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil
- 4 teaspoons neutral oil
- ¾ pound chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
- 5 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, divided
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ½ cup diced white onion
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups cooked rice
- Optional: sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the chicken with sesame oil and neutral oil in a skillet until browned.
- Sauté onion and frozen mixed vegetables until onions are translucent.
- Scramble the eggs in the skillet until fully cooked.
- Add cooked rice and butter, stir frequently to crisp rice, then add soy sauce.
- Combine chicken and mix until heated through. Serve warm.
Notes
Use cold, day-old rice for the best texture.
Feel free to customize with different vegetables suited to your taste.
Consider using tamari for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 186mg