Description
Indulge in this flavorful High Protein Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice dish that combines tender chicken, aromatic garlic, and wholesome jasmine rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil or olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
For the Fried Rice:
- 3 cups cooked and chilled jasmine or brown rice
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until browned and crispy. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Cook the Rice: Push chicken aside and add remaining oil. Pour in beaten eggs, scramble, then stir in rice. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and rice vinegar. Toss everything together.
- Finish the Dish: Add peas and carrots, cook until heated through. Stir in green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use cauliflower rice to lower carbs or add protein powder to eggs for extra protein.
- Leftover rotisserie chicken can be used as a time-saving option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
