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High Protein Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice

A flavorful, protein-packed fried rice dish featuring crispy garlic chicken, colorful veggies, and perfectly cooked rice, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked brown or white rice (ideally day-old) Day-old rice helps achieve the best texture.
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced High protein source.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Adds aromatic flavor.
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn) Use fresh or frozen.
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten For added protein.
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Provides seasoning.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • to taste green onions and sesame seeds for garnish Optional toppings.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare your ingredients: Start by having all your ingredients and tools ready for efficient cooking.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 7-10 minutes). Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Sautéing Garlic
  1. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Cooking Vegetables
  1. Toss in your mixed vegetables and stir-fry for a couple of minutes until they are tender yet still crisp.
Adding Rice
  1. Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps. Allow it to fry for a few minutes until it starts to get crispy on the bottom.
Adding Eggs
  1. Push the rice and veggies to the side of the skillet, pour the beaten eggs into the empty space, and scramble them. Once fully cooked, mix everything together.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet, along with soy sauce. Stir everything together for another minute, letting the flavors meld.
Final Touches
  1. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions, and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
Serving
  1. Enjoy your meal while it’s hot and fresh!

Notes

Use Day-Old Rice for best results. Feel free to customize with different proteins or vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.