Better Than Takeout Chicken Fried Rice from Rachel Schultz
Elevate your weeknight dinners with Rachel Schultz's "Better Than Takeout Chicken Fried Rice"—a quick, flavorful, and family-friendly meal that's ready in just 30 minutes! This delicious homemade version combines tender, seasoned chicken breast, perfectly scrambled eggs, and a medley of colorful peas and carrots for a restaurant-quality dish that outshines your favorite takeout spot. Key ingredients like chilled white rice, aromatic garlic, and a savory blend of soy sauce and sesame oil ensure every bite is bursting with authentic flavor. Topped with fresh green onions for a pop of freshness, this one-pan wonder is as simple to make as it is satisfying. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe is a must-try for fans of easy, homemade Asian-inspired cuisine! Perfect for search terms like "easy chicken fried rice recipe," "better than takeout fried rice," and "quick skillet dinner recipe."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breast, diced
- 4 cups Cooked white rice, chilled
- 1 cup Frozen peas and carrots mix
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 Eggs
- 2 Green onions, sliced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the sesame oil, garlic, and the peas and carrots. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are heated and slightly tender.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and crack the eggs into the empty side. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then mix them into the vegetables.
Add the chilled cooked white rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a wooden spoon. Pour the soy sauce over the rice and stir well to combine.
Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir everything together. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until everything is heated through.
Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the fried rice and give it a final toss.
Serve hot and enjoy your Better Than Takeout Chicken Fried Rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2098 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 777 mg | 259% | |
| Sodium | 3468 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 255.2 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 186.1 g | 372% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2373 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
