Crispy Chicken Fried Rice (Printable)

Savory fried rice meets egg roll flavors with chicken, cabbage, and classic Asian seasonings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 1 pound ground chicken
02 - 2 large eggs

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup carrots, julienned
05 - 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Rice

08 - 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled (preferably day-old)

→ Sauces & Seasonings

09 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
10 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
11 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
12 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
13 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
14 - 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
15 - 1/2 teaspoon sugar

→ Toppings

16 - 1/4 cup crispy fried onions (optional)
17 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

→ Oils

18 - 2 tablespoons neutral oil (canola or vegetable oil)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Prepare all ingredients before starting: slice vegetables, beat eggs, and have chilled rice ready.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon neutral oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes, breaking up any clumps as it cooks.
03 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger; stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add sliced cabbage and julienned carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
05 - Push the mixture to one side of the pan. Add remaining oil and pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble gently until just set, then mix into the chicken and vegetables.
06 - Add the chilled rice, breaking up any clumps. Drizzle with soy sauce, oyster sauce if using, sesame oil, rice vinegar, black pepper, white pepper, and sugar. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, ensuring everything is well combined and the rice is heated through.
07 - Stir in sliced green onions. Cook for 1 minute more.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
09 - Serve hot, garnished with crispy fried onions and toasted sesame seeds.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Combines the crunchy vegetable texture of an egg roll with the heartiness of jasmine rice.
  • A balanced, dairy-free meal with 26g of protein per serving.
  • Quick preparation and cooking time, ready in just 40 minutes.
02 -
  • Add thinly sliced water chestnuts or fresh bean sprouts at the very end for an extra boost of crunch.
  • Break up any large clumps of rice with your hands or a spatula before adding it to the wok to ensure even seasoning.
  • Keep all ingredients prepared and within reach, as the stir-fry process moves very quickly once the heat is high.
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