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Crispy Chicken Fried Rice Recipe Easy Homemade Meal for Beginners

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A quick and easy crispy chicken fried rice recipe using leftover rice and cooked chicken, perfect for a fuss-free, flavorful homemade meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups cooked rice (about 800g), preferably day-old and chilled (jasmine or long-grain)
  • 2 cups diced chicken breast or thighs (about 300g), leftover grilled chicken preferred
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or sunflower preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 stalks green onions, sliced thinly (white and green parts separated)
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (150g) or fresh diced peas and carrots
  • 2 large eggs, beaten (room temperature)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional add-ins: splash of oyster sauce or hoisin sauce, crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, toss diced chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil. Let marinate at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium and add a splash of oil if pan is dry. Pour in beaten eggs and gently scramble until just set but still moist. Transfer eggs to the plate with chicken.
  4. Add remaining oil and minced garlic to the pan. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt. Add frozen peas and carrots and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Break up any clumps of rice with your fingers and add to the pan. Spread rice evenly and let cook without stirring for 2-3 minutes to develop crisp edges, then stir and repeat once more.
  6. Return cooked chicken and scrambled eggs to the pan. Pour in remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce and drizzle sesame oil over. Stir and cook for another 2 minutes to heat through and blend flavors.
  7. Add white parts of green onions early with garlic, then sprinkle green tops just before serving.
  8. Season with salt, pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes to taste. Adjust soy sauce if needed.
  9. Serve immediately, optionally with a wedge of lime or drizzle of sriracha.

Notes

Use day-old chilled rice to prevent clumping and achieve crispiness. Cook chicken and eggs separately to control texture. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper browning. Adjust soy sauce gradually to prevent over-salting. Reheat leftovers in a skillet to restore crispness.

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