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Easy Chicken Fried Rice

Savory takeout-style fried rice with chicken, scrambled egg, peas, and carrots made in one skillet in 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked day-old white rice
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil divided
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Spatula
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Instant-read thermometer

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Break up the cold rice and season the chicken.
  2. Step 2: Cook the chicken in oil over high heat until 165°F and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Scramble the eggs and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Cook the garlic, green onion whites, and vegetables.
  5. Step 5: Add the rice and fry for 3 to 4 minutes, then add the soy sauce.
  6. Tip: Use high heat.
  7. Step 6: Return the chicken and eggs, add sesame oil, and top with green onions.

Notes

Calories are an estimate per serving.
Use cold, day-old rice for the best texture.