Description
High Protein Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice is a delicious, hearty dish that elevates your weeknight meals with its vibrant flavors and satisfying crunch. This recipe combines tender, marinated chicken with fragrant garlic and colorful vegetables, all stir-fried with perfectly crispy jasmine rice for an irresistible taste sensation. Ideal for busy evenings or casual gatherings, this dish promises to impress both family and friends alike while providing a wholesome meal rich in protein. In just over an hour, you can whip up this delightful fried rice that not only satisfies cravings but also keeps your nutrition goals in check.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 3 large eggs
- 4 cloves garlic
- Mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Fish sauce
- Vegetable oil
- Sesame oil
- Green onions and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the jasmine rice as directed on the package. Spread it on a baking sheet to cool.
- In a wok or large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and scramble the eggs until set. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, increase heat to medium-high and stir-fry diced chicken with salt and pepper until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and mixed vegetables; cook until tender.
- Stir in the cooled rice along with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce; mix well.
- Return scrambled eggs to the pan along with chopped green onions and sesame oil; stir until combined.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg