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High Protein Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice Quick 25-Minute Meal

High Protein Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice

This High Protein Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice is a flavorful twist on the classic fried rice. Packed with crispy chicken, vegetables, and savory sauces, it's a protein-rich meal that's perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 6 cloves garlic minced, divided
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce divided
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 3 cups cooked rice preferably cold, day-old rice
  • 1/2 onion diced
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables carrots, peas, corn
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • green onions sliced, for garnish
  • sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok
  • Spatula
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken cubes and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Add garlic, soy sauce, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant. Remove the chicken and set aside
  2. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil, then diced onion and mixed vegetables. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender
  3. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Pour the beaten eggs into the empty side and scramble until fully cooked. Mix everything together
  4. Add cold rice to the skillet and break it up with a spatula. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes to heat through and lightly crisp
  5. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet along with soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir and cook for another 2 minutes to blend the flavors
  6. Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds

Notes

Day-old rice is key for the best texture. Can be made ahead and reheats beautifully. Perfect for meal prep as it tastes even better the next day.
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