Chinese Chicken Fried Rice
Quick, flavorful, and better than takeout! This Chinese Chicken Fried Rice combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, crisp veggies, and savory seasonings for a satisfying meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Equipment
- Wok
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 4 ½ cups jasmine rice cooked and day-old
- ½ lb chicken thighs boneless & skinless
- 1 small shallot finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¾ cup carrot finely diced
- ½ cup frozen peas
- 3 eggs beaten
- 4 tsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Heat 1 tsp oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Scramble the beaten eggs until just set. Remove and set aside.
- Add another tsp of oil. Stir-fry the chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan.
- Add 1 tsp oil, then sauté garlic and shallot for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add diced carrots and cook for a few minutes, then add frozen peas and stir-fry until tender-crisp.
- Add the cold, day-old rice, breaking up any clumps. Stir-fry until heated through and evenly mixed.
- Return the cooked chicken and scrambled eggs to the pan. Stir everything together until well combined and heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
For best results, use cold, day-old rice to prevent clumping. Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
