Description
Chicken Fried Rice is a quick and easy meal combining fluffy day-old rice, tender diced chicken, fresh crunchy vegetables, and smoky smoked turkey bacon, all brought together with fragrant garlic, ginger, and natural soy sauce. This nutritious, well-balanced dish makes for a satisfying dinner or leftovers that taste even better the next day, with flexible variations to suit all tastes and diets.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked day-old jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup diced chicken breast or thighs
- 1/2 cup chopped smoked turkey bacon
- 2 eggs, lightly scrambled
Vegetables
- 1/4 cup peas
- 1/4 cup diced carrots
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 2 green onions, sliced
Aromatics & Seasonings
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (natural), plus extra if needed
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces, chop the smoked turkey bacon, and finely dice the vegetables including carrots, bell peppers, and green onions. Lightly scramble the eggs in a separate bowl and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken and Smoked Turkey Bacon: Heat a splash of sesame oil (natural) in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and smoked turkey bacon, cooking until the chicken is cooked through and the smoked turkey bacon is crisp and fragrant. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables and Aromatics: In the same pan, add more sesame oil if necessary, then add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir for about 30 seconds until aromatic. Add the diced vegetables and stir-fry until tender-crisp while keeping their vibrant color and crunch.
- Combine Rice and Protein: Add the day-old cooked rice, breaking up any clumps, to the pan. Return the cooked chicken and smoked turkey bacon to the pan. Stir everything well to combine, making sure the rice is heated through and fully blended with the vegetables and proteins.
- Add Eggs and Season: Pour in the lightly scrambled eggs. Fold them gently into the rice mixture. Season generously with natural soy sauce and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, tasting and adjusting to achieve the perfect balance.
- Final Touches: Stir in the sliced green onions and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for better texture and to avoid mushiness.
- Cook on medium-high heat to achieve a good sear and avoid soggy rice.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- Prepare all ingredients before cooking for quick and efficient preparation.
- Add soy sauce (natural) gradually to control saltiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
Keywords: Chicken Fried Rice, quick dinner, stir-fry, smoked turkey bacon, Asian recipe, easy meal, healthy fried rice
