Best 9 Chicken Carrot Fried Rice Recipes

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Chicken carrot fried rice, a delectable dish that marries the succulent flavors of chicken and the vibrant sweetness of carrots, is a culinary symphony that tantalizes taste buds and ignites the senses. This classic dish, a cornerstone of many cuisines around the world, offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors that make it a favorite among food enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned chef seeking culinary inspiration or a novice cook eager to explore the wonders of the wok, this article will guide you through the process of creating the ultimate chicken carrot fried rice, a dish that embodies culinary artistry and promises to transport your taste buds to a realm of gastronomic bliss.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

BETTER THAN TAKEOUT CHICKEN FRIED RICE



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Amazing chicken fried rice that is better than take out! This chicken fried rice has moist and tender chicken with flavorful peas and carrots and long rice cooked together. Make this unique and your own with this favorite Chinese rice!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Dinner     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
1 Tablespoon soy sauce
1 pound chicken (cut into small pieces )
3 cups cooked rice *
2 Tablespoons sesame oil
1 small white onion (chopped)
1 cup frozen peas and carrots (thawed)
2-3 Tablespoons soy sauce (more or less to taste)
2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
2 Tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, add vegetable oil and soy sauce. Add in the chicken and cook until lightly brown and cooked throughout. Remove and set aside.
  • Pour sesame oil in the bottom. Add white onion and peas and carrots and fry until tender.
  • Slide the onion, peas and carrots to the side, and pour the beaten eggs onto the other side. Using a spatula, scramble the eggs. Once cooked, mix the eggs with the vegetable mix.
  • Add the rice and chicken to the veggie and egg mixture. Pour the soy sauce on top. Stir and fry the rice and veggie mixture until heated through and combined. Add chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Sodium 301 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

RICE WITH CHICKEN AND CARROTS



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I like this recipe because it's easy to do and delicious. I just came up with it yesterday. It's a blend of recipes that I know..just give it a try and tell me ur opinion.

Provided by Cherrylove

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb boneless skinless chicken
2 carrots
1 small red onion
1 cup basmati rice (long grain rice)
2 teaspoons cinnamon (you will use each spoon separately)
salt
pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash the chicken and cut them into bite size pieces.
  • Cut the carrots into small pieces.
  • Dice the onion.
  • In a large pan put the vegetable oil on a medium high heat.
  • Put the chicken, carrots and onion and stir well until the chicken is browned and the vegetables are softened. While stirring you can add salt and 1/8 tsp pepper (to taste), a tsp of cinnamon.
  • Wash the rice and drain well, add to it a 1/4 tsp of pepper and the second tsp of cinnamon and mix well.
  • Add the rice to the chicken in the pan and mix well.
  • Pour the chicken stock over the chicken mix.
  • Leave it on high heat until the stock boils and the rice starts to absorb it.
  • Lower your heat and cover the pan and leave it for 20 minutes or until the rice is done.
  • You can add some parmesan cheese on top at serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 823.2, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 137.4, Sodium 455.5, Carbohydrate 89, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 8, Protein 65.4

CHICKEN CARROT FRIED RICE



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A dear friend shared this colorful stir fry when my four children were small. It quickly won over those picky eaters! To cut down on prep time, I make the rice ahead and often marinate the chicken beforehand.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
4 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
3 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
3 large carrots, shredded
4 cups cold cooked rice
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, 1 tablespoon soy sauce and garlic; set aside. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry broccoli and green onions in 1 tablespoon oil for 5 minutes. Add carrots; stir-fry 4 minutes longer or until crisp-tender. Remove and set aside., In the same skillet, stir-fry chicken in remaining oil until no longer pink and juices run clear. Add the rice, pepper, vegetables and remaining soy sauce. Stir-fry until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 660mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

CHICKEN FRIED RICE



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
2 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups cold cooked rice
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
3 scallions, chopped, dark green parts reserved for sprinkling
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 grilled chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes

Steps:

  • Add the canola oil and 1 tablespoon sesame oil to a large nonstick saute pan. Whisk the eggs in a small bowl and season with the salt and some pepper; set aside. Add the ginger, carrot and garlic to the pan and cook until the vegetables have softened slightly, about 2 minutes. Add the rice, peas and the white and light green parts of the scallion. Then, add the soy sauce and remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil and toss to coat. Press the rice mixture gently into the pan and fry until it begins to crisp on the bottom, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the eggs to the pan and cook, stirring gently, until just set, about 1 minute. Stir in the chicken and cook until heated through, about 1 minute. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with the reserved scallions.

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

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

CHICKEN TERIYAKI FRIED RICE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, teriyaki sauce, oil, onion, garlic, carrot, broccoli floret, eggs, brown rice, soy sauce, sesame oil, pepper

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Sides

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 cup teriyaki sauce
2 teaspoons oil
½ cup onion, diced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
½ cup carrot, diced
1 cup broccoli floret
3 eggs, beaten
3 cups brown rice, cooked
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Marinate the chicken in teriyaki sauce in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
  • In a wok or deep skillet, add the chicken in the teriyaki marinade and cook thoroughly over high heat. Set aside.
  • In the same pan, add the oil and cook onions, garlic, and carrots until onions are translucent.
  • Add broccoli and cook an additional 3-4 minutes. Push all of the cooked vegetables to the side of the pan.
  • Beat the eggs and pour into the cleared half of the pan. Scramble the eggs and mix with the rest of the vegetables.
  • Add rice, cooked chicken, soy sauce, sesame oil, and pepper. Mix well and let the rice cook until slightly crispy.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 987 calories, Carbohydrate 154 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 49 grams, Sugar 12 grams

CHICKEN FRIED RICE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: cooking oil, garlic, white onion, carrot, frozen corn, frozen peas, brown rice, rotisserie chicken, egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, pepper, green onion, sesame seed

Provided by Crystal Hatch

Categories     Sides

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon cooking oil, of preference
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ cup white onion, diced
1 carrot, sliced
¼ cup frozen corn
¼ cup frozen peas
1 cup brown rice, cooked
1 cup rotisserie chicken, shredded
1 egg, scrambled
1 tablespoon soy sauce
½ tablespoon sesame oil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
green onion, for garnish
sesame seed, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large skillet heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, carrot, corn, and peas. Cook until carrots are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add brown rice, chicken, egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper to taste, and stir. Cook for another minute, or until everything is heated thoroughly.
  • Serve with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and green onion.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1538 calories, Carbohydrate 201 grams, Fat 47 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 75 grams, Sugar 10 grams

CHICKEN FRIED RICE



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Skip takeout and make this Chicken Fried Rice tonight. You can enjoy in just 30 minutes this easy-to-make rice dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 Tbsp. oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 Tbsp. MR. YOSHIDA'S Original Gourmet Sauce
2 cups frozen peas and carrots
2 cups instant white rice, uncooked

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cook 8 to 10 min. or until done, stirring frequently.
  • Add all remaining ingredients except rice; mix well. Bring to boil.
  • Stir in rice; cover. Simmer on low heat 5 min. Remove from heat; fluff with fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 690 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 31 g

Tips:

  • Use day-old rice. Day-old rice is less sticky and will result in a better-fried rice.
  • Use high-quality soy sauce. Soy sauce is one of the most important ingredients in fried rice, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a soy sauce that is naturally brewed and has a deep, rich flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking fried rice, it's important to not overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the rice from cooking evenly and will result in a mushy texture.
  • Use a wok or large skillet. A wok or large skillet is the best cookware for making fried rice. The large surface area allows the rice to cook evenly and prevents it from sticking to the pan.
  • Cook the rice over high heat. Fried rice is best when it is cooked over high heat. This will help to create a slightly crispy texture and will prevent the rice from becoming mushy.
  • Add the vegetables and protein last. The vegetables and protein should be added to the fried rice last. This will help to prevent them from overcooking.
  • Season the rice to taste. Once the fried rice is cooked, season it to taste with soy sauce, salt, and pepper.

Conclusion:

Chicken carrot fried rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. By following these tips, you can make sure that your fried rice turns out perfect every time.

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