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Best Chicken Fried Rice

Sally Thompson
This Best Chicken Fried Rice is the ultimate easy dinner idea—quick, flavorful, and better than takeout. Packed with juicy chicken, fluffy rice, crisp vegetables, and a savory blend of seasonings, it's the perfect comfort meal you can make in 30 minutes. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner, meal prep solution, or leftover rice recipe, this fried rice delivers every time. Great for breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, or as a healthy snack. It’s family-friendly, customizable, and simply delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked cold rice
  • 1 pound chicken breast or thighs diced
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
  • 1/2 cup corn optional
  • 3 green onions chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for cooking
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • 1. Prep all ingredients: chop chicken, beat eggs, and separate the rice.
  • 2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from pan.
  • 3. Add a little oil if needed and scramble the beaten eggs until just set. Push to the side or remove from the pan.
  • 4. Add the mixed vegetables and green onions. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  • 5. Increase heat to high and add the cold rice. Stir-fry to break up clumps and toast the rice lightly.
  • 6. Return the chicken and eggs to the skillet. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), salt, and pepper. Toss everything until well combined.
  • 7. Turn off the heat and drizzle sesame oil. Give a final stir and taste for seasoning before serving.

Notes

Use day-old rice for best results to prevent mushy texture.
Don’t overcrowd the pan—if doubling the recipe, cook in batches.
Add sesame oil at the end, not during cooking, to retain its nutty flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5 cupsCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 26gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 740mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
Keyword better than takeout, chicken fried rice, easy recipe, leftover rice, quick dinner
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