When you need a meal to feed the entire family and are short on time and groceries, try this easy, one-pan fried rice dish made with with leftover chicken and rice. A handful of veggies add color and texture while a few pantry staple spices and condiments add flavor to this simple stir-fry dish the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/3 cup diced carrots
- ¼ cup sliced green onions, white and lighter green parts
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 3 cups cooked rice, cooled
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
- ½ cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha mayonnaise, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon sliced green onions, or to taste
Directions
Step 1
Heat canola and sesame oils in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrot and 1/4 cup green onion; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Stir in garlic powder and ginger and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in rice, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring only once or twice, until rice is lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in chicken and peas; cook for 2 minutes.
Step 2
Push rice mixture to the sides of the pan, creating a circle in the middle. Add butter to the center of the pan. When melted, pour eggs into the center. Cook eggs, stirring often, until almost set, about 3 minutes. Stir eggs into the rice mixture. Stir in soy sauce and rice vinegar; cook for 2 more minutes.
Step 3
Serve immediately topped with Sriracha mayo and green onions.
Tips
Cook's Notes:
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 427 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat22g | 29% |
Saturated Fat7g | 35% |
Cholesterol138mg | 46% |
Sodium1124mg | 49% |
Total Carbohydrate40g | 14% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 7% |
Total Sugars2g | |
Protein17g | |
Vitamin C6mg | 29% |
Calcium48mg | 4% |
Iron3mg | 17% |
Potassium247mg | 5% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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