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Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

This Chicken Fried Rice Recipe is a quick and flavorful dish made with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and savory seasonings. It’s one of the best Chicken And Rice Recipes Easy, perfect for busy weeknights or using leftover rice. Inspired by a classic Chinese Fried Rice Recipe, this homemade version delivers the taste of the Best Chicken Fried Rice with simple ingredients and easy steps.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked white rice preferably day-old
  • 2 cups cooked chicken diced or shredded
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables peas, carrots, corn
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, sauté garlic for about 30 seconds.
  4. Add mixed vegetables and cook until tender.
  5. Stir in cooked chicken and heat through.
  6. Add cold, cooked rice and break up any clumps.
  7. Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
  8. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  9. Return scrambled eggs to the pan and mix.
  10. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice for the best texture in Homemade Chicken Fried Rice.
  • For a richer flavor, add butter to create a Hibachi Chicken Fried Rice style.
  • You can swap white rice for brown rice for a healthier option.
  • Customize with extra vegetables or sauces to create your own version of the Best Fried Rice Recipe.