Description

Restaurant-Style Chicken Fried Rice is a quick and delicious homemade dish that brings the flavors of your favorite takeout right to your kitchen. With tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and fluffy rice, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. It’s easily customizable to suit your taste, ensuring it will impress family and friends alike with its rich flavors and vibrant presentation.

Ingredients

Scale

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), diced
4 cups day-old cooked rice
1 cup mixed fresh vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers)
2 large eggs, beaten
4 green onions, chopped
3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil

Instructions

Prepare all ingredients by chopping the chicken and dicing the vegetables.
In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add oil and sauté the chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
Push the chicken to one side of the pan; add beaten eggs and scramble until set.
Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for about three minutes until tender.
Stir in day-old rice, breaking up any clumps; drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil, mixing well until heated through.
Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Use leftover rice for better texture; fresh rice can become mushy. Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for variations. For extra flavor, add crushed red pepper or more vegetables like broccoli.