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Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken Fried Rice

Craving something comforting? Chicken Fried Rice is the ultimate comfort food, brimming with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and perfectly cooked rice. This easy weeknight dinner will satisfy your hunger and warm your heart. Ready in just a few minutes, it's a dish you'll want to make tonight!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil or peanut oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons ginger, fresh, minced
  • ½ cup onion, chopped
  • ½ cup carrots, chopped
  • 2 chicken thighs chicken thighs, thinly cut into 1-inch pieces
  • Kosher salt and black pepper
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups white rice, day old
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ¼ cup sweet peas, frozen
  • 3 scallions, chopped, white and green parts

Equipment

  • Wok (preferably with wok ring)
  • Sturdy large saucepan, such as cast-iron or Dutch oven

Method
 

  1. Heat canola oil or peanut oil in a wok or skillet over high heat until just starting to smoke.
  2. Add the minced garlic, ginger, onion, and carrots and stir-fry for 3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the thinly cut chicken thighs and sprinkle with Kosher salt and black pepper. Stir-fry until chicken is no longer pink, about 4 minutes.
  4. Push the cooked ingredients to one side of the wok. In the open area, add the beaten eggs and scramble them.
  5. Add the day-old rice, breaking any clumps and mixing it with the other ingredients.
  6. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar until the rice is uniformly coated.
  7. Fold in the sweet peas and most of the chopped scallions. Stir until fully incorporated.
  8. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with remaining scallions. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Tip 1: It's important to use completely cooled rice for this dish.
  • Tip 2: The fried rice will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Tip 3: You can substitute boneless, skinless chicken breast for the thighs if desired.
  • Tip 4: Consider buying pre-cooked rice from your favorite Chinese takeout for convenience.
  • Tip 5: The dish freezes beautifully for up to 2 months.