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Quick and Easy Chicken and Veggie Fried Rice


  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This healthy chicken stir fry with vegetables is a quick and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights, packed with flavor and nutritious ingredients. If you’re looking for a simple yet satisfying dinner that comes together in a flash, you’ve found it. This recipe is designed to be straightforward, making it ideal for home cooks of all skill levels.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
  • 4 cups cooked day-old white or brown rice, chilled
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, for extra umami)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • Instructions

    1. Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a clean plate.

    2. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to the same skillet. Add the chopped yellow onion and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger (if using) and cook for another minute until fragrant.

    3. Add the frozen mixed vegetables and chopped bell pepper to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, for 3-5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

    4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add the chilled, cooked rice to the empty side, breaking up any clumps with your spatula. Let the rice heat through for 1-2 minutes without stirring, allowing it to get slightly crispy on the bottom. Then, stir the rice to combine it with the vegetables.

    5. Pour the soy sauce and oyster sauce (if using) evenly over the rice and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything. Create a small well in the center of the rice mixture. Pour the lightly beaten eggs into this well and scramble them quickly with your spatula until just set. Once scrambled, mix the eggs into the rest of the fried rice.

    6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir everything together until well combined and heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or soy sauce if needed.

    7. Divide the fried rice among serving plates. Garnish generously with sliced green onions before serving immediately.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
    • Category: main dish
    • Method: stir fry
    • Cuisine: asian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving

    Keywords: fried rice, chicken, vegetables, weeknight meal, easy, healthy, stir fry, quick, dinner, asian