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Chicken fried rice

Recipe Information

Description:
Chicken fried rice is a delicious American recipe usually served as a side dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 40 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 40 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Chicken; Rice
Category Poultry; Rice & Grains
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Side Dish; Main Dish
Cuisine American; Asian; Fusion
Cook Method Sautéing; Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces chicken breast, cubed

  • 1 cup carrots, shredded

  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 1 cup broccoli, chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated

  • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce

  • 2 cups brown rice, cooked

  • 1/2 cup egg whites

Directions

  • Add the chicken to a pan or wok over medium heat and sauté until cooked. Set aside.

  • Turn the heat to high and add the carrots, mushrooms, and onion to the pan. Cook for approximately 2 minutes.

  • Add the broccoli, ginger, and garlic to the mix and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

  • Add 1/4 cup water to the chili garlic sauce in a small bowl.

  • When all vegetables have cooked, add the chili garlic sauce, stir, and remove from heat.

  • Pour the sauce and vegetable mix onto the chicken.

  • On high heat, cook the egg whites in a pan. Add the rice, chicken, and vegetables and mix until the eggs are fully cooked.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 172 cal

  • Total fat: 2g

  • Saturated fat: <1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: <1g

  • Cholesterol: 49mg

  • Sodium: 135mg

  • Potassium: 484mg

  • Carbohydrate: 14g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 26g