Description
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. Healthy, delicious, and easy to make, this dish is a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
For the Fried Rice:
3 cups cooked rice (preferably cold, day-old rice works best)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 onion, diced
1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
For Garnish (optional):
Green onions, sliced
Sesame seeds
Instructions
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Cook the Chicken: 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.
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Cook the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil, then diced onion and mixed vegetables. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender.
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Scramble Eggs: 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.
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Stir-Fry the Rice: 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.
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Combine: 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.
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Serve: Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Day-old rice is best as it’s drier and less sticky, perfect for fried rice.
Feel free to swap vegetables or add more protein like shrimp or tofu to customize the dish.
For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add sriracha.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
