Easy Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken fried rice is a classic dish that offers quick meals with minimal effort while providing a delightful mix of textures and flavors. This recipe serves four people and can be prepared in about 25 minutes from start to finish. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or as an easy-to-make side dish that complements main courses such as grilled chicken, beef, or fish. The key ingredients include rice, eggs, chicken breast, peas, carrots, soy sauce, and sesame oil.

Begin by cooking the rice according to package instructions. Once it’s done, set aside until you are ready to mix all other components together. If you prefer a softer texture for your fried rice, you could let the cooked rice cool down before proceeding with the next step.

• Cooking Ingredients:
• 2 cups of uncooked long-grain rice
• 1 cup of chopped chicken breast (cooked)
• Half a cup each of peas and carrots
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• Sesame oil to taste
• Tamari or soy sauce for seasoning (optional)
• Salt, pepper, and any other favorite seasonings according to your preferences

To make the fried rice, first, start by beating three eggs in a bowl. Heat some sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until warm but not smoking. Pour the beaten eggs into the pan and stir vigorously until they are fully cooked but still slightly runny on the outside - this creates scrambled egg texture which adds creaminess to your dish.

After cooking the eggs, push them towards one side of the skillet leaving space in the middle for another component. Add a little more oil if necessary (it’s important not to overcrowd the pan so that each grain has room to move around). Now add cooked rice and stir-fry it until every piece is well coated with egg and heated through, about 3-4 minutes.

Next, incorporate the vegetables—peas and carrots—into your mixture. Stir them in gently to keep their bright colors intact. Continue cooking for another couple of minutes ensuring everything comes together nicely without breaking apart too much.

Add the chicken pieces into the skillet next; break up larger chunks with a fork or spatula to ensure even heating throughout each piece. Keep stirring and tossing until the chicken is heated through—about 5-7 more minutes depending on its size and thickness.

Finally, season your fried rice generously with tamari sauce (optional), salt, pepper, soy sauce, sesame oil, etc., taste-testing along the way to achieve perfect balance. Once satisfied with flavors, remove from heat immediately after adding these elements because they can burn quickly if left in too long. Your dish is now ready to serve!

Cooking Time: Approximately 25 minutes

Servings: 4 people