Ingredients
3 cups cooked and cooled white rice
2 chicken breasts, diced
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup diced carrots
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instruction
Cook the diced chicken in a large skillet or wok with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Add the beaten eggs to the pan and scramble gently until just cooked. Transfer to a plate.
Heat the remaining oil and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
Add the diced carrots and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the peas and cook for another minute.
Add the cooked rice and break up any clumps while stirring.
Return the chicken and scrambled eggs to the skillet.
Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce and sesame oil. Season with salt and black pepper.
Stir everything together and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until hot and evenly coated.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.
Method
This dish is prepared using the stir-fry method. Ingredients are cooked separately over medium-high heat and then combined at the end. Using cold rice helps keep the grains separate and prevents the fried rice from becoming mushy.
Preparation
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 to 6
Difficulty level: Easy
History
Fried rice originated in China more than 1,500 years ago during the Sui Dynasty. It was created as a practical way to use leftover rice and ingredients. Over time, fried rice spread throughout Asia and the rest of the world, with countless regional variations featuring chicken, shrimp, vegetables and different seasonings.
Tips
Use day-old rice for the best texture.
Cook the eggs separately to keep them soft and fluffy.
Avoid overcrowding the pan so the ingredients fry instead of steam.
Adjust the soy sauce according to your taste.
Add shrimp, beef or extra vegetables for variety.
Benefits
Rich in protein from chicken and eggs.
Provides carbohydrates for energy.
Contains vitamins and minerals from peas, carrots and onions.
Easy to customize with healthy ingredients.
Makes an excellent meal for lunch or dinner.
Nutrition
Approximate values per serving
Calories: 420
Protein: 25 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fat: 14 g
Fiber: 4 g
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 760 mg
Conclusion
This Chicken and Vegetable Fried Rice is a delicious and satisfying one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, fluffy eggs and colorful vegetables with perfectly seasoned rice. It is quick to prepare, budget-friendly and ideal for using leftover rice. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, this classic recipe is sure to become a family favorite.