Description
This flavorful Chicken Fried Rice is a quick and easy meal perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring tender shredded chicken, colorful vegetables, and fluffy white rice all tossed together in a savory soy and butter sauce, it’s a delicious and satisfying dish that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- ½ cup onion, diced
- ½ cup carrots, diced
- ½ cup frozen peas
Proteins
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
Staples & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables: Heat sesame oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add diced onions and carrots, sautéing until they become tender and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Peas: Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another minute until they are heated through and combined well with the other vegetables.
- Cook Eggs: Beat the eggs in a small bowl. Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and pour the eggs into the cleared space. Scramble eggs gently until fully cooked, then mix them with the vegetables evenly.
- Combine Rice and Chicken: Add the cooked white rice and shredded chicken to the pan. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients, ensuring everything is heated through evenly.
- Add Soy Sauce and Butter: Pour the soy sauce over the mixture, then add the tablespoon of butter. Stir continuously until the butter melts completely and the sauce coats the rice mixture evenly.
- Season: Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired to enhance the overall flavors.
- Serve: Serve the chicken fried rice while hot, optionally drizzled with Yum Yum Sauce or your preferred topping for added flavor.
Notes
- Using day-old rice is ideal as it prevents the dish from becoming mushy.
- You can substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for variation.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
