Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice
A quick and savory meal that turns leftover rice and cooked chicken into crispy and garlicky fried rice, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Protein-rich
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably cold/day-old)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil and swirl to coat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Push the garlic to the side of the skillet and pour in the beaten eggs; scramble quickly until just set.
- Add the diced cooked chicken and mixed vegetables, stirring to warm for 1–2 minutes.
- Add the cooked rice and soy sauce; break apart clumps and distribute sauce evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir-fry everything together for 3–5 minutes until rice is hot and slightly toasted.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
Use cold, day-old rice for the best texture. If using fresh rice, spread it on a tray to cool.
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