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Easy Crispy Restaurant Style Chicken Fried Rice Recipe Perfect for Quick Meals

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy restaurant-style chicken fried rice that combines tender chicken, savory seasonings, and perfectly crispy rice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked white rice (about 600g), preferably day-old and chilled
  • 1 pound (450g) chicken breast or thighs, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or peanut oil recommended)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, finely diced
  • ½ cup (75g) frozen peas, thawed
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon oyster sauce or fish sauce

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine diced chicken with 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and a pinch of black pepper. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the rice: If using freshly cooked rice, spread it on a baking sheet and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour. Day-old rice is ideal.
  3. Heat the skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. Add remaining vegetable oil to the pan. Stir-fry minced garlic and diced carrot for 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened. Add peas and green onions and cook for another minute.
  5. Push veggies to the side of the pan. Pour beaten eggs into the empty side and let sit undisturbed for 30 seconds, then scramble gently until just set.
  6. Add chilled rice to the pan, breaking up clumps with a spatula. Spread rice evenly and let it sit without stirring for 2-3 minutes to develop crispiness. Stir and repeat once more.
  7. Return cooked chicken to the pan. Pour in remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce and optional oyster sauce. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with black pepper or extra soy sauce if needed. Finish with a drizzle of sesame oil and sprinkle fresh green onions.
  9. Serve immediately warm.

Notes

Use day-old rice for best crispiness. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming the rice. Marinate chicken to keep it juicy. Scramble eggs separately before mixing. Adjust soy sauce for sodium preference. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. Vegetarian option: replace chicken with firm tofu and use mushroom soy sauce or vegetable broth.

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