Best 3 Easy Chicken Fried Rice Recipes

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Chicken fried rice is a go-to meal for anyone looking for a quick, easy, and flavorful dish. Using simple ingredients like rice, chicken, and vegetables, this versatile dish can be tailored to your liking, making it a perfect meal for busy weeknights or a satisfying weekend lunch. With the right recipe, you can create a delicious chicken fried rice that is sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

EASY FRIED RICE WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLINI



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This veggie-packed fried rice calls for freshly-cooked broccolini, snow peas, edamame, and chicken, but feel free to substitute any quick-cooking or leftover vegetables you like.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Takeout at Home     22-Minute Meals     Rice     Chicken     Garlic     Egg     Pea     Soy Sauce     Orange Juice     Quick & Easy     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup vegetable oil, divided
4 scallions, sliced on the bias, divided
1 pound chicken cutlets, cut into 1/2" slices
1 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, finely grated or pressed
1 teaspoon finely grated ginger
1 bunch broccolini (about 6 ounces), ends trimmed, sliced in half lengthwise if stalks are thick
4 cups cooked white rice (preferably day-old, long-or medium-grain)
3 large eggs, beaten to blend
1 cup snow peas
1/2 cup frozen edamame or green peas
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice (from about 1/2 orange)
Chili or sesame oil (optional; for serving)

Steps:

  • Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet or wok over high. Reserve about 2 Tbsp. sliced scallion greens; add remaining scallions to oil and cook, tossing occasionally, about 1 minute. Add chicken, 1 tsp. salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, about 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger, then add broccolini and toss until incorporated. Cover and cook until chicken is cooked through and broccolini is tender, 2-3 minutes more. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Heat remaining 3 Tbsp. oil in skillet over high. Add rice and remaining 1/4 tsp. salt, toss to coat, then press rice into a single layer, and cook, undisturbed, until crisped on the bottom, about 2 minutes. Move rice to one-half of skillet and add eggs to other half. Cook, stirring gently to form curds, until soft set and just cooked through, about 1 minute, then fold into rice.
  • Fold in snow peas, edamame, soy sauce, and orange juice. Cook, tossing, until warmed through, about 1 minute. Add chicken mixture and toss to combine. Divide among plates, then top with reserved 2 Tbsp. scallions. Drizzle with chili or sesame oil, if using.

EASY CHICKEN FRIED RICE



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Love this stuff, goes with anything! I like to cook it with Teriyaki chicken so I can drizzle the sauce over it.

Provided by Hope Adcox

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 c rice
1/2 lb chicken, boneless, cooked
1 c peas and carrots, frozen
1 small white onions
2 clove garlic, minced
2 eggs
3 Tbsp sesame oil
1/4 c soy sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Cut chicken into small bite-sized pieces. Fry chicken in small pan until no longer pink, sit aside.
  • 2. Heat sesame oil in 10 inch skillet on medium heat.
  • 3. Add vegetables, stir fry until tender.
  • 4. Crack eggs into skillet, scramble.
  • 5. Add rice, chicken (already cooked) and soy sauce.
  • 6. Mix soy sauce and remove from heat. Yes, it's that simple :)

EASY CHICKEN FRIED RICE



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Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons Pure Wesson® Canola Oil
2 pkgs (8.8 oz each) Uncle Ben's® Ready Rice® Original Long Grain
1 can (8 oz each) La Choy® Sliced Water Chestnuts, drained, chopped
1 cup chopped cooked chicken
3/4 cup frozen peas and carrots
3 tablespoons La Choy® Soy Sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup Egg Beaters® Original

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, squeeze sides of rice packages to separate rice. Pour into skillet; cook 7 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally to break up remaining rice.
  • Stir in water chestnuts, chicken, peas and carrots, soy sauce and garlic powder. Cook 3 to 4 minutes more or until hot, stirring occasionally.
  • Push rice mixture to one side of skillet. Add Egg Beaters to empty side; cook without stirring until edges and bottom begin to set. Gently turn to scramble; continue cooking until set. Stir scrambled Egg Beaters into rice mixture.

Tips:

  • Use leftover rice: Day-old rice is ideal for fried rice as it's less sticky and separates easily.
  • Prep your ingredients: Chop all your vegetables, meat, and aromatics before you start cooking. This will make the cooking process much smoother.
  • Use a large wok or skillet: A large cooking surface will help prevent the rice from clumping together.
  • Cook the rice in batches: If you're making a large batch of fried rice, cook it in batches to prevent overcrowding the pan.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Too much food in the pan will make it difficult to stir and cook evenly.
  • Use high heat: High heat will help create that signature smoky flavor and prevent the rice from sticking to the pan.
  • Stir constantly: Keep stirring the rice and other ingredients so they cook evenly and don't burn.
  • Add the sauce at the end: Adding the sauce at the end will help prevent it from caramelizing and burning.
  • Serve immediately: Fried rice is best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Chicken fried rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, give chicken fried rice a try. You won't be disappointed!

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