High Protein Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice
This comforting dish combines tender chicken, aromatic garlic, crispy jasmine rice, and eggs for a high-protein meal that's perfect for any season.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice Rinse under cold water before cooking.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Divided for cooking.
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced Cook until golden brown.
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Add the garlic after the chicken has started to brown.
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn) Optional seasonal variations.
- 2 green onions, chopped green onions To be added at the end.
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil For flavor at the end of cooking.
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
Cook the rice
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear, then cook according to package instructions.
- Once cooked, spread the rice on a large baking sheet to cool for at least 20–30 minutes.
Prepare the eggs
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat, add eggs, and scramble until just set. Remove and set aside.
Cook the chicken
- Increase heat to medium-high, add remaining vegetable oil, then stir-fry the diced chicken until golden brown.
- Season with salt and pepper while cooking.
Add garlic
- Add minced garlic to the chicken and stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add vegetables
- Stir in mixed vegetables and cook for 2–3 minutes until warmed through.
Combine rice and sauces
- Add cooled jasmine rice, breaking up clumps, then stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce.
Return the eggs
- Fold scrambled eggs back into the rice mixture.
Finish and serve
- Garnish with chopped green onions and drizzle with sesame oil before serving.
- Serve hot with chopped cilantro on top.
Notes
Storing leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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