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Chicken Fried Rice Recipe Easy 10-Minute Homemade Dinner Idea

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A quick and easy chicken fried rice recipe ready in just 10 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights. This homemade dish combines juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and perfectly seasoned rice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice (about 400g), preferably day-old jasmine or long-grain rice
  • 1 cup diced chicken breast or thighs (about 150g), boneless and skinless
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (can substitute canola or peanut oil)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced
  • 1/2 cup frozen mixed vegetables (about 75g) – peas, carrots, corn
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Dice 1 cup (150g) of chicken breast or thighs into bite-sized pieces. Mince 2 garlic cloves and slice 2 green onions. Thaw 1/2 cup (75g) frozen mixed vegetables slightly if using.
  2. Crack 2 eggs into a small bowl and whisk until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and swirl to coat.
  4. Add chicken pieces to the hot oil. Stir constantly and cook for about 3-4 minutes until chicken is no longer pink and slightly golden. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add mixed vegetables and cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through but still crisp.
  6. Push veggies to one side of the pan. Pour beaten eggs into the empty side. Let set briefly, then scramble gently until just cooked but still soft.
  7. Add 2 cups cooked rice and cooked chicken back into the pan. Break up any clumps of rice and mix everything evenly for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Pour in 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (if using). Stir well to coat the rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Add sliced green onions and drizzle 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Stir to combine all flavors.
  10. Serve immediately, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture to avoid sogginess. If using fresh rice, spread it out to cool and dry before cooking. Cook on medium-high heat and stir constantly to prevent burning. Adjust soy sauce to taste to avoid overpowering saltiness. Thaw frozen vegetables before cooking to prevent soggy rice.

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