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Chicken Fried Rice with Egg

Chicken Fried Rice with Egg is one of those meals that feels like a warm hug in a bowl! It’s crispy, savory, and packed with tender bites of chicken and fluffy scrambled eggs. Plus, it’s a great way to use up leftover rice and veggies hanging out in your fridge. Whether you’re new to cooking or a kitchen pro, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and is guaranteed to taste even better than takeout.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked white rice preferably day-old
  • 1 boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into small cubes)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots thawed
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: green onions for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in your wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk them with a pinch of salt. Pour the eggs into the hot pan and scramble them quickly using your spatula. Once softly cooked (they’ll finish later), transfer the eggs to a plate and set aside.
  • Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan. Toss in the diced chicken and season with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set it next to the eggs.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining oil. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Add the peas and carrots and cook for another 2 minutes until they’re tender but still crisp.
  • Crank the heat back up to high. Add the cold rice to the pan, breaking up clumps with your spatula. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until the rice starts to crisp. Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil evenly over the rice, mixing thoroughly.
  • Toss the cooked chicken and scrambled eggs back into the pan. Stir everything together until heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or soy sauce if needed. Top with chopped green onions for a fresh finish!