There’s nothing quite as comforting as a piping hot serving of chicken fried rice. This classic dish, beloved by many, can transform the most ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary feast, evoking the vibrant flavours of Asian cuisine right in your kitchen.
A simple yet satisfying dish, chicken fried rice is a concoction of tender, juicy chicken, crispy vegetables, and fluffy rice tossed with an enticing blend of sauces and seasonings.
Whether you are craving some restaurant-quality comfort food, seeking a quick weeknight dinner, or trying to use leftover rice creatively, this recipe will guide you to a perfect chicken fried rice that tastes just as good, if not better, than your favourite takeout.
Not only is it a well-rounded meal on its own, but it is also a versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit your preferences.
Let’s now delve into the intricacies of making the best chicken fried rice at home.
Recipe: How to Make Chicken Fried Rice?
Follow the directions below to learn the recipe.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of cooked, day-old jasmine rice
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup of mixed vegetables (such as carrots, peas, bell peppers, and corn)
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon of ground white pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
Instructions:
- Start by heating a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken, season with a little salt, and sauté until golden brown. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked but still moist. Remove the eggs and set them aside with the chicken.
- Again, in the same skillet, add the remaining oil. Toss in the garlic and onion, sautéing until they are fragrant, and the onion becomes translucent.
- Next, add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for a couple of minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Now, lower the heat and add the cooked rice to the skillet. Stir well to mix it with the vegetables.
- Drizzle the soy sauce, sesame oil, and ground white pepper over the rice. Stir everything together until the rice is evenly coated with the sauces and heated through.
- Add the cooked chicken and scrambled eggs back to the skillet. Mix well to incorporate all the ingredients.
- Check for seasoning, adding more soy sauce or salt if necessary.
- Finally, stir in the sliced green onions just before serving.
- Dish out your delicious homemade chicken fried rice and enjoy it hot.
Your chicken fried rice is now ready to be savoured. This recipe combines the perfect blend of flavours, textures, and colours to create a dish that is as visually appealing as delicious.
With this step-by-step guide, you can confidently prepare chicken fried rice that will impress your friends and family with its authenticity and depth of flavour. Happy cooking!
Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Recipe
The Chinese fried rice recipe is not so tricky and easy to make. Follow the directions to complete the recipe.
Ingredients:
The ingredients you’ll require are:
- Chicken ( Chopped)
- Water
- Cooked rice
- Chopped onion
- Soy sauce
- Ground black pepper
- Egg and butter
Directions:
Follow the directions to complete the recipe.
Step 1:
Get the bowl and add egg along with water.
Step 2:
Get the pan or skillet and melt butter over medium-low flame. Besides, add the egg and cook without stirring.
Step 3:
Cut the egg into shreds, and set aside.
Step 4:
Heat the oil over medium flame and cook the onion until it gets soft.
Step 5:
Stir in the rice, chicken, soy sauce and pepper.
Step 6:
Cook and stir for 10 to 15 minutes, and then stir in the shredded eggs. The recipe is ready to serve.
Chicken Fried Rice Restaurant Style
If you’ve ever dined in a Chinese restaurant, chances are you’ve encountered the deliciousness of Chicken Fried Rice. This classic Asian dish combines flavours and ingredients that sing on your palate.
Not only is it satisfying and versatile, but it’s also easy to make at home. Follow this recipe to create your own restaurant-style Chinese Chicken Fried Rice, optimized for taste and health.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of cooked Jasmine rice, preferably left overnight
- 2 boneless chicken breasts, cubed
- 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 medium-sized carrot, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup of frozen peas, defrosted
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Start by heating one tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
- Add another tablespoon of oil and the cubed chicken in the same pan. Season with salt and pepper, and stir-fry until the chicken pieces are browned and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Again, in the same pan, add the final tablespoon of oil. Now add the minced garlic, finely chopped carrot, and defrosted peas. Stir-fry the vegetables until they are tender.
- Now it’s time to reintroduce the cooked chicken and scrambled eggs to the pan. Stir everything together to combine.
- Add the cooked rice to the pan. Break up any clumps to ensure the rice is evenly distributed among the other ingredients.
- Pour the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil over the top of the rice mixture. Stir everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated in the sauces. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Finally, stir in the chopped green onions.
- Taste your Chinese Chicken Fried Rice and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, or more sauces if needed.
There you have it! Your very own, home-cooked, restaurant-style Chinese Chicken Fried Rice. Serve this as a main dish or a hearty side, and enjoy the authentic flavours of Chinese cuisine right in your kitchen.
Takeaway
Learning how to make chicken fried rice is not so tricky and simple to prepare at home. This blog post covered the basic steps to make this fantastic recipe.
This blog post also covered the various other aspects of the recipe that you might be benefited from when preparing fried rice.
In a nutshell, this is one of the easiest and simplest guides to prepare the dish.
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Get the pan or skillet and melt butter over medium-low flame. Besides, add the egg and cook without stirring.
Cut the egg into shreds, and set aside.
Heat the oil over medium flame and cook the onion until it gets soft stir in the rice, chicken, soy sauce and pepper.
Cook and stir for 10 to 15 minutes, and then stir in the shredded eggs. The recipe is ready to serve.
What gives Chinese fried rice its flavour?
Is Chicken Fried Rice healthy for you?