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30-Minute Chicken Fried Rice That Beats Takeout Every Time

Chicken Fried Rice
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Easy homemade chicken fried rice with vegetables, better than takeout. Quick and flavorful dinner option.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 4 cups cooked long-grain white rice, preferably chilled
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ yellow bell pepper, diced
  • ½ red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or fresh herbs
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with soy sauce, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Cook the onion and bell peppers for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Stir in the garlic and crushed red pepper flakes for 30 seconds.
  6. Add the chilled rice and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, breaking apart clumps.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.
  8. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Toss to coat evenly.
  9. Stir in green onions or fresh herbs. Adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use day-old chilled rice for best texture.
  • Adjust spice level by reducing or increasing red pepper flakes.
  • Customize with additional vegetables like peas or carrots.

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