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High Protein Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice

High Protein Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice You'll Love

A delicious and nutritious twist on classic fried rice, featuring lean chicken and vibrant veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Rice Base
  • 3 cups Cooked Rice Preferably day-old
For the Flavor
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil Can replace with vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce Optional
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar Can substitute with lemon juice
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables Peas, carrots, and corn
For the Protein Boost
  • 3 large Eggs Beaten
For Garnishing
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions Chopped
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
For Extra Flavor
  • 1 in Ginger Optional, grated

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper. Heat a tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.
  2. Cook the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add more sesame oil if needed, toss in minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent. Add mixed vegetables and stir until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Fry the Rice: Add cooked rice, breaking up clumps. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, letting it sit between stirs to encourage crispy edges.
  4. Scramble the Eggs: Push rice to one side, pour in beaten eggs in the open area. Cook for 1-2 minutes then scramble and mix into rice.
  5. Combine and Season: Return the chicken to the skillet, drizzle soy sauce, oyster sauce, and rice vinegar. Stir for 1-2 minutes to coat everything.
  6. Finish and Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, serve warm, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for better texture. Maintain high heat for crispy edges and season to taste.

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