Chicken Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp oil
peanut, vegetable or canola
- 2 eggs
lightly whisked
- 150g chicken breast
finely sliced into small pieces, 5oz
- 2 garlic cloves
minced
- 1/2 onion
finely chopped
- 120g bacon
excess fat trimmed, chopped, 4oz
- 1 small carrot*
peeled and diced 0.75cm / 1/3"
- 1/2 cup frozen corn*
or can or fresh
- 1/2 cup frozen peas*
- 2 cups cooked white rice
day old, packed
- 3/4 cup green onions
finely sliced
- 2.5 tbsp Chinese cooking wine or Mirin
Note 3
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
Note 4
- 3 tbsp light soy sauce
Note 5
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
optional
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
optional
Directions
- 1
- 2
Sauce & chicken: Mix Sauce in a bowl. Pour 2 tsp over chicken, toss to coat, then set aside for 10 minutes.
- 3
Egg: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or skillet over medium heat. Add egg and scramble until just cooked (still a touch wet) then remove.
- 4
Fried Rice: Turn heat up to high, add remaining 1/2 tbsp oil and bacon into same skillet. Cook for 1 minute or so until fat starts to melt, then add onion and garlic.
- 5
Cook until bacon is light golden - about 1 1/2 minutes.
- 6
Add vegetables (still frozen is fine). Cook for 1 minute.
- 7
Add chicken and cook until it changes from pink to white - about 1 1/2 minutes.
- 8
Add rice and Sauce ingredients. Cook for 1 1/2 minutes, stirring consantly.
- 9
Add egg and green onion, toss through to disperse then remove from heat.
- 10
Serve immediately!
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About this Recipe
Craving a satisfying, flavor-packed meal that comes together quickly? This fully loaded Chicken Fried Rice recipe delivers a delicious experience, perfect as a hearty main dish or a versatile side dish.
What makes this fried rice stand out is its incredible depth of flavor and satisfying texture. By starting with savory chicken and crispy bacon (Note 1), then building layers with aromatic garlic and onion, we create a rich foundation. The critical use of day-old rice (as recommended in Note 2) ensures each grain remains distinct and perfectly coated, preventing mushiness and allowing it to absorb the classic blend of Chinese cooking wine (or Mirin, Note 3), oyster sauce (Note 4), and light soy sauce (Note 5). This considered approach results in a dish far superior to typical takeout.
In every forkful, you'll discover a delightful harmony of textures and tastes. Expect tender pieces of finely sliced chicken, complemented by the savory crunch of bacon. The inclusion of crisp-tender diced carrots, sweet corn, and vibrant peas adds freshness and color, all enveloped in a rich, umami-packed sauce. The fluffy, separate grains of rice provide a satisfying base, while the optional additions of fragrant sesame oil and a touch of white pepper elevate the overall aroma and subtle spice, creating a truly comforting and hearty experience. This recipe is designed to be an approachable yet incredibly rewarding dish for any home cook.
Feel free to personalize your fried rice. While the recipe features chicken and bacon, you can easily swap the chicken for shrimp or tofu for a different protein. For a lighter touch, you could omit the bacon (Note 1) entirely. Don't have Chinese cooking wine? Mirin (Note 3) works wonderfully as an alternative. Experiment with other quick-cooking vegetables like diced bell peppers or bean sprouts.
This versatile Chicken Fried Rice is fantastic served as a complete meal on its own, offering plenty of protein and vegetables. It also makes a superb side dish alongside other Asian-inspired entrees. It's an ideal choice for a busy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.