Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice for Quick Protein Fix

A delightful Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice that's quick to prepare and packed with protein.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

4 cups Cooked Jasmine/Basmati Rice Use day-old rice for the best texture

For the Chicken

1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Cut into small pieces
1/4 cup Cornstarch For coating the chicken
1/4 cup Water For cornstarch slurry

For the Flavor

4 cloves Garlic Minced
2 tbsp Olive Oil/Sesame Oil For frying
3 tbsp Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Essential for flavor
1 tbsp Oyster Sauce Optional, for added flavor
to taste Ground Black Pepper For seasoning

For the Veggies

1 cup Frozen Peas and Carrots Thawed before adding
1/4 cup Green Onions Sliced for garnish

For the Eggs

2 large Eggs Lightly beaten

Equipment

large skillet
Mixing Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Coat the chicken with cornstarch in a mixing bowl and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Heat oil in a skillet and cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until golden.
Scramble the beaten eggs in the skillet and then combine with garlic.
Stir in cooked rice, peas and carrots, and green onions; add sauces and stir-fry for 3–5 minutes.
Return the chicken to the skillet and mix to combine all ingredients.
Season with black pepper and serve hot, garnished with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 38gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for the best texture and feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins.

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