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Restaurant-Style Chicken Fried Rice

A quick, restaurant-style chicken fried rice made with chilled rice, shredded chicken, veggies, and a savory soy-sesame finish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups brown rice, cooked and chilled
  • 2 cups boneless skinless chicken (breast or thigh), cooked and shredded
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2/3 cup sweet onion, diced
  • 1 cup carrots, diced (frozen, thawed)
  • 1 cup peas (frozen, thawed)
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons lite soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari)
  • 2 large eggs

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Wok
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fork

Method
 

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-low heat.
  2. Add the diced onion, thawed peas, and thawed carrots and sauté until tender, about 8–10 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, beat the 2 eggs with 2 tablespoons water and set aside.
  4. Increase heat to medium and add the shredded chicken and chilled rice; stir and cook until heated through.
  5. Push the rice mixture to one side of the skillet, pour the beaten eggs into the empty side, and scramble until just set.
  6. Stir the scrambled eggs into the rice and add 3 to 4 tablespoons lite soy sauce or tamari; toss to coat evenly and heat for another minute.
  7. Adjust seasoning if needed, then serve hot.

Notes

  • Use chilled rice to prevent clumping and achieve a better fried texture.
  • Shred leftover roasted chicken to save time.
  • Adjust soy sauce amount to taste.
  • Use gluten-free tamari if needed.