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chinese chicken fried rice recipe - A steaming bowl of homemade chinese chicken fried rice garnished with green onions

Authentic Chinese Chicken Fried Rice

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A classic, easy-to-follow chinese chicken fried rice recipe featuring tender chicken, savory soy sauce, and perfectly separate grains of rice.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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3 cups cold cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
1 lb chicken thighs, diced into bite-sized pieces
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
3 green onions, sliced (whites and greens separated)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and garlic powder. Set aside.
Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
Step 3: Add the diced chicken to the wok. Season with black pepper and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
Step 4: Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the wok. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble quickly until just set. Push the eggs to one side of the pan.
Step 5: Add the white parts of the green onions and the peas and carrots to the empty side of the pan. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 6: Add the cold rice to the pan. Use a spatula to break up any large clumps and toss it with the vegetables and eggs.
Step 7: Return the cooked chicken to the pan and pour the sauce mixture over the rice. Toss continuously for 2-3 minutes over high heat until the rice is evenly coated and heated through.
Step 8: Garnish with the green parts of the sliced onions and serve immediately.

Notes

Always use cold rice to ensure the grains stay separate and don't turn mushy during the stir-frying process.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dishes & Savory Recipes
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg