Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice

4 servings
This healthy fried cauliflower rice is perfect for those days when you get a craving for Asian take out!

Ingredients

  • olive oil
    2 tbsp
  • diced onion
    ½ c
  • garlic

    minced

    1 clove
  • fresh ginger

    minced

    1 tsp
  • cooked shredded chicken
    1 c
  • soy sauce

    divided

    4 tsp
  • riced cauliflower
    1 lb
  • chili paste
    1 tbsp
  • eggs
    2 large
  • sesame oil
    1 tbsp
  • chopped scallions
    ½ c

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until translucent.

  3. 3

    Add the garlic, ginger, and chicken to the pan and continue cooking for 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the cauliflower to the skillet and season with 3 teaspoons (1 tablespoon) of soy sauce and chili paste. Stir well and cook for 3 minutes or until cauliflower has softened.

  5. 5

    Push the cauliflower rice to the side of the pan and crack the eggs into the empty space in the pan. Season with 1 teaspoon soy sauce and scramble.

  6. 6

    When eggs are cooked through, stir the eggs into the rice.

  7. 7

    Remove from the heat and stir in the scallions.

  8. 8

    Drizzle with sesame oil and serve.

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice

20 min4 servings186 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving the comforting flavors of Asian takeout without the heavy feeling? This Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice recipe delivers a delicious, healthy alternative that’s ready in just 20 minutes, perfect for satisfying your cravings with a wholesome twist.

This recipe works by cleverly using riced cauliflower as a low-carb, vegetable-packed base that perfectly mimics traditional fried rice. The quick total cooking time, combined with savory cooked shredded chicken and aromatic ingredients like fresh ginger and garlic, ensures a flavorful and satisfying meal comes together with ease.

You'll discover a light yet incredibly flavorful dish where the riced cauliflower absorbs the rich sauces and aromatics beautifully. The texture is pleasantly toothsome, offering a wonderful contrast to the tender chicken and scrambled egg pieces. Each bite is packed with savory, umami notes from soy sauce and sesame oil, brightened by fresh scallions, with a customizable hint of spice from the chili paste. This healthy twist on a classic is surprisingly filling, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying dinner at only 186 calories per serving.

For customization, you can easily adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of chili paste you add. If you require a gluten-free option, ensure you use a certified gluten-free soy sauce or tamari, as traditional soy sauce contains wheat.

This Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice is a fantastic choice for a quick and wholesome weeknight dinner. It’s a complete meal on its own, perfect for satisfying those takeout cravings at home.

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