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Healthy Chicken & Veggie Fried Rice Meal-Prep

A quick, healthy chicken and vegetable fried rice perfect for meal prep and weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil or oil of choice
  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1/2 cup onion diced
  • 1 red or green bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups cooked brown rice

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Meal prep containers

Method
 

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the cubed chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink in the center, about 4–6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, frozen peas and carrots, and minced garlic; sauté for about 1 minute until vegetables begin to soften.
  4. Stir in the cooked brown rice and 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, then stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes, then divide into 4 meal-prep containers. Drizzle with sriracha if desired.
  6. Allow to cool completely before refrigerating or freezing.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice for best texture.
  • Cut chicken into even pieces for uniform cooking.
  • Adjust soy sauce to taste for sodium preference.
  • Add a splash of sesame oil for extra flavor if desired.