Best 20 Chicken Fried Rice Recipes

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Chicken fried rice is a popular dish enjoyed by people of all ages, blending the flavors of chicken, rice, and vegetables in a savory and satisfying combination. It's a versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit individual tastes and preferences, making it a great option for both everyday meals and special occasions. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative takes with a modern twist, there's a chicken fried rice recipe out there to satisfy every palate. Let's explore some of the best chicken fried rice recipes and discover the secrets to creating this delicious dish at home.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

CHINESE CHICKEN FRIED RICE RECIPE BY TASTY



Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Recipe by Tasty image

This homemade version of the take-out classic is made with just seven ingredients and all in one pan. It comes together in no time at all, is super flexible, and 100% budget-friendly. Don't like chicken? Just swap it out for your favorite protein and create the fried rice of your dreams. With a recipe this easy, who needs take-out?

Provided by Evelyn Liu

Categories     Sides

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup oil
4 eggs
1 pinch salt
½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced
1 ¾ cups rice, cooked
5 oz mixed vegetable
¼ cup light soy sauce
1 oz spring onion

Steps:

  • Heat a wok over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Add the oil then stir in eggs and fry until just cooked. Once cooked, remove eggs from the wok and set aside.
  • Heat up the wok until smoking hot and pour in the oil.
  • Add the chicken breast and fry until they are just cooked.
  • Add the rice and keep frying until they turn slightly brown.
  • Add the vegetables and fry everything together until they are thoroughly cooked.
  • Pour in the soy sauce and stir.
  • Add the cooked eggs back in and toss them around until they break into pieces.
  • Add in the spring onions and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1021 calories, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 69 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 56 grams, Sugar 2 grams

CHINESE CHICKEN FRIED RICE II



Chinese Chicken Fried Rice II image

Chicken, rice, soy sauce and shredded egg stir fried together. This is a very simple recipe. It is easy, but tasty! Note: Never use rice that you have just cooked.

Provided by LISA TOURVILLE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Fried Rice Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cups cooked white rice, cold
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup cooked, chopped chicken meat

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat egg with water. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium low heat. Add egg and leave flat for 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from skillet and cut into shreds.
  • Heat oil in same skillet; add onion and saute until soft. Then add rice, soy sauce, pepper and chicken. Stir fry together for about 5 minutes, then stir in egg. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 83.2 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 515.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

THAI SPICY BASIL CHICKEN FRIED RICE



Thai Spicy Basil Chicken Fried Rice image

This is a staple of Thai cooking. Adjust the spices to your own tastes for a really great use for leftover rice!! I get the basil from a local Asian market. It has a different flavor than that of regular basil and makes all the difference in this recipe. It is fast and fairly easy to make, but requires constant stirring.

Provided by ErinInVegas

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Fried Rice Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ cup peanut oil for frying
4 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled
6 large cloves garlic clove, crushed
2 serrano peppers, crushed
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
1 red pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 cups sweet Thai basil
1 cucumber, sliced
½ cup cilantro sprigs

Steps:

  • Whisk together the oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar in a bowl.
  • Heat the oil in a wok over medium-high heat until the oil begins to smoke. Add the garlic and serrano peppers, stirring quickly. Stir in the chicken, bell pepper, onion and oyster sauce mixture; cook until the chicken is no longer pink. Raise heat to high and stir in the chilled rice; stir quickly until the sauce is blended with the rice. Use the back of a spoon to break up any rice sticking together.
  • Remove from heat and mix in the basil leaves. Garnish with sliced cucumber and cilantro as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 794.1 calories, Carbohydrate 116.4 g, Cholesterol 46.1 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 469.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

SUPER QUICK CHICKEN FRIED RICE



Super Quick Chicken Fried Rice image

After my first child was born, I needed meals that were satisfying and fast. This fried rice is now part of our regular dinner rotation. - Alicia Gower, Auburn, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (12 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
3 packages (8.8 ounces each) ready-to-serve garden vegetable rice
1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, shredded
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare frozen vegetables according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Pour in eggs; cook and stir until eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains. Remove from pan., In same skillet, heat 2 tablespoons sesame oil and remaining olive oil over medium-high heat. Add rice; cook and stir until rice begins to brown, 10-12 minutes., Stir in chicken, salt and pepper. Add eggs and vegetables; heat through, breaking eggs into small pieces and stirring to combine. Drizzle with remaining sesame oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548 calories, Fat 25g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 163mg cholesterol, Sodium 934mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

CHICKEN FRIED RICE RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Fried Rice Recipe by Tasty image

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 CAULIFLOWER "FRIED RICE"



Chicken Cauliflower

Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium head cauliflower, stem removed
3 teaspoons canola or vegetable oil
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 cloves garlic, minced
One 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
1 cup frozen mixed peas and carrots, thawed
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, plus more for serving, optional
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 cooked chicken breasts, diced (I used a rotisserie chicken)
Hot sauce, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Cut the cauliflower into chunks. Working in batches, pulse the cauliflower in a food processor until coarse in texture, like rice. This recipe uses about 4 cups of cauliflower rice. If you have any leftover, save it for another use.
  • Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of the canola oil. Add the eggs and quickly scramble. Transfer the eggs to a plate and set aside. Heat the remaining 2 teaspoons canola oil. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, about 1 minute. Add the peas and carrots, scallions and cauliflower. Stir-fry until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • As the vegetables are cooking, whisk the soy sauce and sesame oil together in a small bowl. Stir the sauce and chicken into the cauliflower mixture. Cook an additional minute or 2. Stir the cooked eggs back into the mixture. Serve with hot sauce and additional soy sauce if desired.

STIR-FRIED CHICKEN AND RICE NOODLES



Stir-Fried Chicken and Rice Noodles image

From Oromocto, New Brunswick, Kim Pettipas offers a great dish to showcase rice noodles. "Don't let the ingredients fool you," she warns, "the stir-fry is very simple. We love its Asian flair."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
3 ounces uncooked thick rice noodles
4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
2/3 cup chopped green onions
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, soy sauce, wine or broth and sesame oil until smooth. Pour 1/4 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 20 minutes. Add the broth, sugar, Worcestershire sauce and chili powder to remaining marinade; set aside. , Cook rice noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, drain and discard marinade from chicken. In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in 2 teaspoons canola oil until juices run clear; remove and keep warm. , Stir-fry broccoli in remaining canola oil for 5 minutes. Add the onions, garlic and ginger; stir-fry 3-5 minutes longer or until broccoli is tender. Return chicken to the pan. Stir reserved broth mixture and stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Drain noodles; toss with chicken mixture. Garnish with peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 498mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN, SHRIMP, AND PINEAPPLE FRIED RICE



Chicken, Shrimp, and Pineapple Fried Rice image

Chicken, shrimp, bell peppers, carrots and rice are stir-fried in a garlic-soy sauce, then baked inside a hollowed-out pineapple.

Provided by Jiaoyin

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Fried Rice Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1 teaspoon soft brown sugar
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon Shaoxing rice wine
2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided
10 medium (blank)s uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
1 fresh pineapple
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3 cups cooked rice
3 large eggs eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, soy sauce, brown sugar, salt, Shaoxing rice wine, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch in a bowl. Mix and set aside to marinate for 15 minutes.
  • Place shrimp in a separate bowl and season with salt, black pepper, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon cornstarch and set aside for 15 minutes.
  • Remove 1/4 of the pineapple lengthways, leaving the green leaves intact for presentation, if you like; scoop out the pineapple flesh using a spoon. Chop pineapple flesh into small pieces and set aside. Place hollow pineapple on a baking tray.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Heat remaining 1 teaspoon sesame oil in a wok over high heat. Add garlic, carrots, and bell peppers and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in chicken and cook until browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Add prawns and cook for 1 to 2 minutes; add cooked rice and pineapple, mixing well to combine. Stir in beaten egg until cooked through.
  • Spoon fried rice into prepared pineapple shell; bake in the preheated oven until piping hot, about 10 minutes. Bring pineapple to the table and let everyone help themselves!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.4 calories, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 194.2 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 423.7 mg, Sugar 15.8 g

TERIYAKI CHICKEN FRIED RICE



Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice image

Cancel the takeout order. Chicken, veggies and cooked rice coated in a teriyaki sauce make a tasty and hearty dinner that gets to the table fast.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggs
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 8 ounces), diced
1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 bunch scallions, chopped
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
3 cups cooked white rice, cold or at room temperature
1/2 cup Food Network Kitchen™ Inspirations Japanese Style Teriyaki Cooking Sauce

Steps:

  • Whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the eggs and cook, without stirring, until almost set, about 1 minute. Flip the egg pancake with a rubber spatula and cook until just set on the other side, about 1 minute. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into thin strips.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the same skillet over high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring, until almost cooked through, about 2 minutes. Add the peas and carrots, peppers and scallions and continue to cook, stirring, until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Add the ginger and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the rice and Japanese Style Teriyaki Cooking Sauce and cook, stirring, until warmed through. Stir in the egg strips and divide among 4 bowls.

BACON AND CHICKEN FRIED RICE



Bacon and Chicken Fried Rice image

Great side dish that doesn't take long to prepare and has lots of flavor. Don't cook the bacon too much; you don't want it to have a crunchy texture. This makes excellent leftovers!

Provided by ljburrill

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Fried Rice Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups water
3 cups instant white rice (such as Minute®)
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
12 slices bacon
1 cup chopped green onion
½ cup soy sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Stir instant white rice into boiling water. Cook rice until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken in hot oil until cooked through and no longer pink in the middle, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Fry bacon in a large wok or skillet over medium-high until hot and cooked through but not yet crunchy, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove bacon to a plate lined with paper towels. Drain fat from wok, reserving 1 to 2 tablespoons of drippings in the bottom of the wok. Cut bacon into small pieces.
  • Return wok to medium-high heat and heat reserved bacon drippings. Combine rice, chicken, bacon, green onions, and soy sauce in the wok; cook and stir until evenly mixed and hot, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 56.1 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 1668.2 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

HIBACHI CHICKEN AND FRIED RICE



Hibachi Chicken and Fried Rice image

This is a recipe for a full hibachi style meal. It includes the chicken, veggies, fried rice, and bean sprouts. My husband and I put together a combination of recipes that we found on the interenet and created this one. It is very good for a night in, when you do not wish to pay the expensive prices at the Japanese steak house.

Provided by jessicapowers

Categories     Japanese

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 30

for the hibachi chicken
1 -1 1/2 lb chicken breast
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon sesame seed oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper
for the hibachi vegetables
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon sesame seed oil
1 large white onion
1 large zucchini
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper
for the hibachi fried rice
4 cups cooked rice (cool to the touch)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup white onion
1 cup bean sprouts
2 large eggs
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons soy sauce
for the hibachi bean sprouts
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 cups bean sprouts

Steps:

  • Note: Cook the rice first, so that it has time to cool down before you fry it. Cook the chicken and veggies at the same time in two separate skillets or woks. Make sure to keep the chicken and veggies warm while you cook the fried rice and bean sprouts.
  • Hibachi Chicken.
  • Cut the chicken breast up into bit sized pieces. Heat the vegetable oil and sesame oil in a large skillet or wok on medium high heat. Add the chicken, soy sauce, butter, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Sauté the chicken for 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink.
  • Note: Do not clean skillet. You will reuse this skillet for the fried rice.
  • Hibachi Veggies.
  • Cut the white onion into slivers. Quarter the zucchini. Heat the vegetable oil and sesame oil in a large skillet or wok on medium high heat. Add the white onion, zucchini, butter, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Sauté veggies for 6-8 minutes or until veggies are tender.
  • Note: Do not clean skillet, you will use the same skillet for the bean sprouts. The oil that is left over will be used for the bean sprouts.
  • Hibachi Fried Rice.
  • Chop the onion. Heat vegetable oil on medium high in large skillet or wok (use the skillet or wok you cooked the chicken in earlier). Add the onion and sauté. Sauté onion for 3-4 minutes or until almost tender enough to eat. Add the bean sprouts. Sauté for 1-2 minutes. Move the vegetables to the side of the pan. Add the eggs, lightly scramble as you add them to the skillet. Once scrambled add the rice and butter. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the soy sauce and cook an additional minute.
  • Hibachi Bean Sprouts.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet or wok (use the skillet or wok that you cooked the veggies in earlier). Add the soy sauce and bean sprouts. Sauté for 1-2 minutes.

GARLIC CHICKEN FRIED RICE



Garlic Chicken Fried Rice image

This fried rice uses leftover chicken (see the Garlic-Brown Sugar Chicken recipe also in Recipe Finder). So it's perfect when you need a quick and easy meal on busy weekdays.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 egg
1/4 cup vegetable oil, divided
1 cup sliced celery
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups cold cooked rice
1 cup diced fully cooked ham
1 to 2 cups chopped leftover Garlic-Brown Sugar Chicken or cooked chicken
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, scramble egg in 1 tablespoon oil, breaking into small pieces. Remove from skillet and set aside. Add remaining oil to skillet; stir-fry celery and garlic over medium-high heat until crisp-tender. Add rice; cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes. Stir in ham, chicken, soy sauce, pepper, ginger and egg; heat through.

Nutrition Facts :

BROCCOLI AND CHICKEN STIR-FRIED RICE



Broccoli and Chicken Stir-Fried Rice image

This is adapted from Cooking Light, July 2007. I really think it is one of my favorite stir-fry recipes out there, It is also very flexible...I'm sure you could sub in other veggies for some of the broccoli, like water chestnuts or carrots or mushrooms. Let your imagination run wild :). The original recipe calls for 2 T reduced-sodium soy sauce plus 1/4 t table salt stirred in at the end, but I think it is salty enough as written here.

Provided by smellyvegetarian

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 cups broccoli florets
2 cups onions, sliced vertically (about 1 large)
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ginger, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
2 cups cooked chicken breasts, preferably marinated first
1 tablespoon Braggs liquid aminos
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add broccoli and onion; sauté for 5 minutes. Add 1/4 cup broth; cover and cook for 3 minutes. Remove broccoli mixture from pan.
  • Place pan over medium-high heat. Add rice; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add broccoli mixture, garlic, ginger, pepper, and chicken; toss well.
  • Combine remaining 1/4 cup broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, vinegar, and cornstarch; add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook 1 minute.

CHICKEN FRIED RICE FOR TWO



Chicken Fried Rice for Two image

Asian inspiration hits the table tonight, and it costs even less than take-out! You'll love the ease of this tasty stir-fry any night of the week. Taryn Kuebelbeck - Plymouth, MN

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup finely chopped carrot
1/4 cup chopped celery
4-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
2 cups cold cooked instant rice
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup cubed cooked chicken
1 green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry carrot and celery in oil for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add rice; stir-fry for 3 minutes or until heated through., Make a well in the center of the rice mixture; add eggs. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until eggs are completely set. Add the remaining ingredients; stir-fry until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

NIGERIAN JOLLOF RICE WITH CHICKEN AND FRIED PLANTAINS



Nigerian Jollof Rice with Chicken and Fried Plantains image

This traditional Nigerian dish brings out the best possible flavor of rice and chicken. Chicken is first sauteed on the stove top to produce a wonderful aromatic base for the rice. For an extra special and authentic touch, serve jollof rice with fried plantains.

Provided by Daisy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     African

Time 1h29m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 pounds chicken drumsticks
½ large onion, diced
1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and thinly sliced
2 cubes chicken bouillon, crushed
2 cloves garlic, diced
1 tablespoon curry powder, or more to taste
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 cup water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ large onion, diced
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
3 cups parboiled rice (such as Uncle Ben's®)
1 (10 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, corn, peas)
4 ripe plantains, peeled and cut diagonally into 1/2-inch slices
½ cup canola oil for frying

Steps:

  • Place chicken drumsticks in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1/2 onion, ginger, crushed bouillon cubes, garlic, curry powder, 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well. Cook until chicken starts sticking to the bottom, about 5 minutes. Pour in water, mix, cover the pot, and bring to a gentle simmer; cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Transfer chicken to a baking dish using a slotted spoon. Strain cooking liquid through a fine-mesh sieve. Reserve 1 1/2 cups liquid. Discard solids.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Bake chicken in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the middle and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-low heat and cook 1/2 onion until soft and translucent but not browned, about 5 minutes. Add tomato sauce; cook and stir until slightly thickened and infused into the oil, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir reserved chicken broth, coconut milk, 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence, salt, and pepper into the pot. Bring to a simmer; add rice. Cook, stirring often, until rice is almost tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Add frozen vegetables and continue cooking until rice is tender and creamy, about 5 minutes.
  • Heat 1/2 cup of canola oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Add plantains and fry on both sides until golden and crispy, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels. Garnish jollof rice with friend plantains and serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 703.2 calories, Carbohydrate 96.3 g, Cholesterol 70.8 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 31.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 942 mg, Sugar 16.5 g

ORANGE CHICKEN KEBABS WITH FRIED STICKY RICE BALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



Orange Chicken Kebabs With Fried Sticky Rice Balls Recipe by Tasty image

Orange chicken is always great, but it's even better paired with sticky rice balls and fried to golden brown perfection. These skewers are great for dinner, or to pass around as a party snack. The marinade works double duty here - use half to flavor the chicken and reduce the other half to make a sticky glaze to brush over the finished kebabs.

Provided by Tresha Lindo

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 kebabs

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 cup orange juice
1 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon orange zest
¼ cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon garlic, grated
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1½-inch (3 cm) cubes
8 cups vegetable oil
⅓ cup corn starch, divided, plus 1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
⅓ cup all purpose flour
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced
1 ½ cups sushi rice
2 cups water
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
10 wooden skewers, 12 in (30 cm)

Steps:

  • Rinse the sushi rice in a fine-mesh strainer until the water runs clear, then transfer to a medium bowl, cover with water, and soak for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  • While the rice is soaking, marinate the chicken: In a medium bowl, mix together the orange juice, chicken stock, orange zest, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. 3. Transfer half of the marinade to a large bowl, setting the rest aside.
  • Add the chicken thighs to the large bowl of marinade. Toss to coat, then cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  • Drain the rice, then add to a heavy-bottomed pot with the water and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes, until the liquid has been absorbed. 6. Remove the pan from the heat, keeping covered, and let the rice steam for another 10 minutes. Let the rice cool to room temperature.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll the rice into 20 1-inch (2 ½ cm) balls, then place on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot until it reaches 375°F (190°C). Set a wire rack over a baking sheet.
  • Add the reserved marinade to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce by half, about 4 minutes.
  • Combine 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and the water in a small bowl, then add to the reduced marinade and whisk to combine, until the sauce is smooth and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove the pot from the heat and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the remaining ⅓ cup (40 G) cornstarch, the flour, and salt.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and add to the flour mixture. Toss until well coated.
  • Leaving ½ inch (1 ¼ cm) of space at the top, alternately thread 2 rice balls and 2 pieces of chicken onto each skewer, allowing them to touch.
  • Fry the skewers in the hot oil, a few at a time, for 4-5 minutes, until golden brown and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer to the wire rack to drain. Brush the skewers with the sauce.
  • Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with the scallions and sesame seeds. Serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

QUICK CHICKEN FRIED RICE FOR TWO



Quick Chicken Fried Rice for Two image

David Tiren of Catonsville, Maryland uses leftover chicken and rice to make this classic Chinese recipe, enhanced with soy sauce and green onions.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon canola oil
1-1/2 cups cold cooked long grain rice
3/4 cup cubed cooked chicken
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 green onion, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry mushrooms in oil until tender. Stir in the rice, chicken and soy sauce. Cook over low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Add egg and onion; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until egg is set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 684mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

THAI SPICY BASIL CHICKEN FRIED RICE



Thai Spicy Basil Chicken Fried Rice image

I had this at a recent potluck and it was wonderful! Make sure you use Thai Basil as it has a very different taste from Italian Basil. This recipe is fast and fairly easy to make, but requires constant stirring."

Provided by trick

Categories     Asian

Time 45m

Yield 8 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/2 cup peanut oil (for frying)
4 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled
6 garlic cloves, crushed
2 serrano peppers, crushed
1 lb chicken breast, boneless, skinless, cut into thin strips
1 red pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 cups Thai basil
1 cucumber, sliced (optional)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro stem (optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk together the oyster sauce, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar
  • Heat the oil in a wok over medium-high heat until the oil begins to smoke.
  • Add the mixture of oyster sauce, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar.
  • Stir for a minute or two to heat.
  • Add the garlic and Serrano peppers, stirring quickly.
  • Stir in the chicken, bell pepper, and onion. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
  • Raise heat to high and stir in the chilled rice; stir quickly until the sauce is blended with the rice. Use the back of a spoon to break up any rice sticking together.
  • Remove from heat and mix in the basil leaves.
  • Garnish with sliced cucumber and cilantro as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.6, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 48.4, Sodium 1108.5, Carbohydrate 31.1, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 2.8, Protein 20.2

CHINESE CHICKEN STIR-FRIED RICE RECIPE



Chinese Chicken Stir-Fried Rice Recipe image

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 Tablespoons sesame oil
1 onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups frozen carrots and peas
2 eggs
4 cups cooked brown rice
1 pound chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
1/4 cup soy sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
  • Add onion, garlic, carrots and peas and cook until vegetables are tender.
  • Crack eggs into the pan and scramble, mixing with all the vegetables.
  • Add the cooked rice, cooked chicken, and soy sauce to the pan and stir.
  • Remove from heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1106 kcal, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 286 mg, Carbohydrate 238 g, Sugar 13 g, Protein 27 mg

FRIED RICE WITH PEAS AND CHICKEN



Fried Rice With Peas And Chicken image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons peanut oil or neutral oil, like corn or canola
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
1 bell pepper, stemmed, cored and roughly chopped
1 1/2 cups chopped boneless chicken
1 cup peas (defrost if frozen)
1 tablespoon minced garlic, or to taste
1 tablespoon minced ginger, or to taste
3 to 4 cups cooked rice, cooled
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup xiao shing wine, or sherry or white wine, or water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup minced scallion or cilantro

Steps:

  • Put 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or a large skillet, preferably nonstick, and turn heat to high. A minute later, add onion and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to brown, 5 to 10 minutes. With slotted spoon, remove to a bowl.
  • Add chicken to skillet and cook over high heat, stirring infrequently, until nicely browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Add to bowl with vegetables. Drain peas if necessary and add them to skillet; cook, shaking pan, for about a minute, or until hot. Add them to bowl.
  • Put remaining oil in skillet, followed by garlic and ginger. About 15 seconds later, add rice, a bit at a time, breaking up clumps with your fingers and tossing it with oil. When all rice is added, make a well in the center and break eggs into it; scramble them a bit, then incorporate into rice.
  • Return chicken and vegetables to skillet and stir to integrate. Add wine or water and cook, stirring, for about a minute. Add soy sauce and sesame oil, then taste and add salt and pepper if necessary. Turn off heat, stir in scallion or cilantro, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 290, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 542 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use day-old rice: This will help the rice to fry up nice and fluffy.
  • Cook the rice in chicken broth: This will add flavor to the rice.
  • Use a well-seasoned wok or large skillet: This will help to prevent the rice from sticking.
  • Stir-fry the rice over high heat: This will help to create a nice, crispy texture.
  • Add the vegetables and protein towards the end of cooking: This will help to prevent them from becoming overcooked.
  • Season the rice to taste: Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, or other seasonings to taste.
  • Serve the rice immediately: Chicken fried rice is best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Chicken fried rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken and rice, and it can also be made with fresh ingredients. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make a delicious and satisfying chicken fried rice dish at home.

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