Best 8 Chicken And Veggie Fried Rice Recipes

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Chicken and Vegetable Fried Rice is a delicious, easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. With its vibrant colors and savory flavors, it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. The combination of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and fluffy rice is simply irresistible. So, if you're looking for a flavorful and satisfying dish that's also incredibly versatile, give Chicken and Vegetable Fried Rice a try.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEGGIE-PACKED CHICKEN FRIED RICE



Veggie-Packed Chicken Fried Rice image

This better-than-takeout main dish cuts the grease and loads up on fresh vegetables. Get your kids involved by letting them choose which vegetables they want to include.

Provided by ChefBillT

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

9 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
½ medium onion, sliced
1 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast half, cut into cubes
2 cups chopped zucchini
2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup chopped cabbage
1 cup chopped sugar snap peas
⅓ cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 cups cooked short-grain brown rice
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
¼ cup sliced green onions
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat 2 teaspoons vegetable oil in a large lidded skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add pepper and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add another 2 teaspoons oil to skillet and heat until it shimmers. Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl with vegetables. (If you are starting with precooked chicken, you can skip this step.)
  • Add another 2 teaspoons oil and heat until it shimmers. Add chopped zucchini, carrots, cabbage, and sugar snap peas; cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Add broth and cook, covered, until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes more. Transfer to bowl.
  • Add remaining 3 teaspoons oil to skillet and heat until it shimmers. Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, 15 seconds. Add rice (and precooked chicken, if using) and cook, breaking up clumps and stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Add bowl contents, soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions, and salt. Cook, stirring and tossing, until well mixed and heated through, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41.8 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 652.2 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

CHICKEN FRIED RICE WITH VEGETABLES



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I got this recipe out of a SHAPE magazine years ago. It's pretty easy to make and tastes good too! Also, very healthy. The carrots sweeten the whole dish. This is the meal that got me turned on to brown rice.

Provided by johnandmolly

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup brown rice, uncooked
1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
1 cup carrot, diced
2 1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup frozen green pea, thawed
1/4 cup green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add onion and garlic and saute 2 minutes, until soft.
  • Place chicken in saucepan and saute 5 minutes, until browned on all sides, stirring frequently.
  • Add rice and cook 1 minute, until translucent.
  • Stir in soy sauce to coat rice.
  • Add carrots, chicken broth, salt and pepper and bring mixture to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  • Stir in peas and green onions and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.3, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 597, Carbohydrate 45.9, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 3.9, Protein 31.9

CHICKEN AND VEGGIE FRIED RICE



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Super easy and the protein can be changed to suite your needs.

Provided by Bren

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons avocado oil, divided
1 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
½ (8 ounce) package mushrooms, chopped
1 stalk celery, sliced
3 large eggs, beaten
3 cups cooked white rice
¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce (such as Bragg®)
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
3 stalks green onions, sliced, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wide-bottom frying pan over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken to a warm bowl.
  • Add remaining oil to the pan and increase heat to medium-high. Add mushrooms and celery and cook until celery is slightly soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Push veggies to the side of the pan and reduce heat to medium-low. Tilt the pan 45 degrees so veggies are away from the heat and add eggs to the open space in the skillet. Cook and stir until eggs are scrambled, about 3 minutes.
  • Mix eggs and veggies together. Add rice; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add chicken and soy sauce; stir well. Add peas and green onions; cook and stir until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.7 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 159.5 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 689.3 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CHICKEN FRIED RICE



Chicken Fried Rice image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large eggs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into thin strips
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
4 cups cold, cooked rice
6 green (spring) onions, thinly sliced, plus more for garnish, optional
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Beat eggs with a whisk in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Heat very little oil in a medium frying pan over medium heat and make an omelette using half the beaten eggs. Turn out onto a plate to cool (do not fold omelette). Repeat process with remaining beaten eggs. Place 1 omelette on top of the other, fold and coarsely chop. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, toss chicken strips with the sesame oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil over high heat in large frying pan or wok and stir-fry the prepared chicken strips until lightly golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the onion and garlic and stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes or until onion has softened. Add 2 tablespoons more vegetable oil and when hot, stir in the cooked rice and green onions, tossing and mixing thoroughly until very hot. Sprinkle with soy sauce and mix evenly. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cooked egg. If desired, garnish with additional sliced green onions.

ALL VEGGIE FRIED RICE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1 tablespoon chili paste
2 cloves garlic, grated
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup frozen edamame
2 cups frozen corn and pepper mix
2 cups bagged riced cauliflower
2 cups bagged riced sweet potatoes
2 scallions, green parts sliced thin
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • In a small mason jar, add the soy, sugar, ginger, chili paste and garlic. Secure the lid and shake to combine. Set aside.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter to the skillet. When the oil is hot and the butter has melted, add the eggs and cook, stirring, until scrambled, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to a plate.
  • Add the remaining butter and oil to the skillet. Add the edamame, then the corn and peppers. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through and lightly colored, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the riced cauliflower and sweet potatoes, stirring to combine. Cook until the cauliflower is just heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Give the sauce one last shake and add to the skillet. Return the eggs to the skillet and cook, stirring, for an additional minute. Garnish with the scallions, cilantro and sesame seeds.

STIR-FRY CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES



Stir-Fry Chicken and Vegetables image

This is one of my favorite stir-fry recipes. Simple, quick, and easy. Serve over rice.

Provided by Michael Scovetta

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup broccoli florets, cut into pieces
1 large green bell pepper, cut into squares
1 zucchini, cut into rounds and quartered
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix chicken, soy sauce, sherry, and cornstarch in a bowl.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; cook and stir broccoli, bell pepper, zucchini, and garlic for 2 to 3 minutes. Add chicken broth, cover, and simmer until vegetables are tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer vegetables and sauce to a large bowl and wipe skillet clean.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat; cook and stir chicken until meat is no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes. Stir in vegetables; continue to cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes more. Sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 45.4 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 1265 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

CHINESE CHICKEN FRIED RICE I



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Chicken fried rice, just like they serve in the restaurants! A stir fry with chicken, rice, soy sauce and veggies like peas, carrots, celery and bell peppers. This is something my sister just sort of whipped up one day. It's very good!

Provided by sal

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Fried Rice Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ tablespoon sesame oil
1 onion
1 ½ pounds cooked, cubed chicken meat
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 large carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, diced
¾ cup fresh pea pods, halved
½ large green bell pepper, diced
6 cups cooked white rice
2 eggs
⅓ cup soy sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and saute until soft, then add chicken and 2 tablespoons soy sauce and stir-fry for 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Stir in carrots, celery, red bell pepper, pea pods and green bell pepper and stir-fry another 5 minutes. Then add rice and stir thoroughly.
  • Finally, stir in scrambled eggs and 1/3 cup soy sauce, heat through and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.9 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 133.9 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 34.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1060.4 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

HIDDEN VEGGIE CHICKEN & RICE RECIPE BY TASTY



Hidden Veggie Chicken & Rice Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken thighs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, dried basil, dried oregano, zucchinis, rice, garlic powder, salt, pepper, chicken broth

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 chicken thighs
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 zucchinis, grated
1 cup rice
½ teaspoon garlic powder
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 ½ cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • Season the chicken thighs in a bowl with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, dried basil, and dried oregano. Mix until thoroughly coated with the seasoning.
  • On high, heat olive oil in a ovenproof pot and place chicken thighs, skin-side down, in the hot oil. Cook 3-4 minutes or until the thighs develop brown crispy skin, and flip over. Cook an additional 2-3 minutes to brown the other side, and remove from the pot.
  • Grate both zucchinis with a box grater.
  • Add the grated zucchini into the pot, along with rice, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  • Lay the chicken on top of the rice mixture and cover. Bake for 30 minutes or until the chicken's internal temperature reads 165˚F (75˚C).
  • Remove chicken and broil 1-2 minutes to crisp skin even more (optional).
  • Serve chicken on bed of rice mixture.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 33 grams, Sugar 3 grams

Tips:

  • Use day-old rice. This will help the rice stay separate and not become mushy.
  • Cook the rice properly. The rice should be cooked through, but not overcooked.
  • Use a large wok or skillet. This will help the rice and vegetables cook evenly.
  • Heat the wok or skillet over high heat. This will help create a nice sear on the rice and vegetables.
  • Add the oil and garlic. Once the wok or skillet is hot, add the oil and garlic. Cook the garlic until it is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the rice and vegetables. Add the cooked rice and vegetables to the wok or skillet. Stir-fry until the rice and vegetables are heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the eggs. Push the rice and vegetables to the sides of the wok or skillet. Add the eggs and cook until they are scrambled, about 1 minute.
  • Add the sauce. Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce to the wok or skillet. Stir-fry for 1 minute.
  • Garnish with green onions. Garnish the fried rice with green onions before serving.

Conclusion:

Chicken and veggie fried rice is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables. With a little practice, you can make fried rice that is as good as your favorite takeout restaurant. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken and veggie fried rice a try.

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