Description
Skip the takeout and indulge in a homemade Better Than Takeout Chicken Fried Rice that’s quick, easy, and budget-friendly! In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this savory dish using simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. Perfect for busy weeknights or hosting friends, this chicken fried rice is not only delicious but also allows you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins. With its mouthwatering combination of sesame oil and soy sauce, this recipe promises to impress while delivering satisfying leftovers for the next day. Enjoy a healthier version of your favorite takeout dish right from your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked and shredded chicken
- 3 cups cooked (preferably leftover) rice
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add sesame oil and sauté diced onion along with peas and carrots until tender (about 3-5 minutes).
- Push vegetables to one side of the skillet; pour in beaten eggs on the empty side and scramble until fully cooked.
- Mix scrambled eggs with the vegetables.
- Stir in shredded chicken and cooked rice; combine thoroughly.
- Pour soy sauce over the mixture; stir well to incorporate flavors, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately with optional green onion garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg