High Protein Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice
Crispy jasmine rice, golden chicken breast, and fragrant garlic come together in one hot pan for a high protein dinner that's ready in 45 minutes.
Equipment
- Large pan or wok
- Baking sheet
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice cooked and cooled completely, preferably day-old
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil divided
- 3 large eggs beaten
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast diced
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables peas, carrots, and corn
- 2 green onions chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame oil toasted preferred, added at the end
Instructions
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions. Spread it in a thin layer on a baking sheet and let it cool completely. For best results, do this the night before or at least 30 minutes ahead.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same pan and increase the heat to medium-high. Add the diced chicken breast seasoned with salt and black pepper. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic to the pan with the chicken. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Add the mixed vegetables and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until tender but still vibrant in color.
- Add the cooled jasmine rice and soy sauce. Stir everything together until well combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Gently fold the scrambled eggs back into the pan without breaking them apart completely.
- Add the chopped green onions and sesame oil. Stir everything together for 1 to 2 minutes and serve hot.
