Description
Ground chicken fried rice delivers a quick, flavor-packed Asian-inspired meal that combines lean protein with aromatic vegetables and savory seasonings. Speedy kitchen magic happens when you toss together this simple, satisfying dish that promises delicious comfort in less than half an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) lean ground chicken
- 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 carrots (peeled and diced)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced, for garnish)
Grains and Seasonings:
- 3 cups cooked long-grain rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Instructions
- Assemble all chopped ingredients and measured seasonings to streamline the cooking workflow, ensuring a seamless culinary experience.
- Warm a large wok over medium-high heat with oil, then introduce ground chicken. Methodically fragment the meat while cooking until it transforms from pink to golden-brown, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Relocate the cooked chicken to one side of the pan, then add additional oil if necessary. Introduce diced onions and carrots, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until they soften and become translucent.
- Create a clearing in the pan and pour lightly beaten eggs into the empty space. Continuously agitate the eggs, transforming them into fluffy scrambled pieces within 1-2 minutes.
- Integrate the scrambled eggs with the chicken and vegetable mixture, then incorporate day-old rice. Disintegrate any rice clusters and vigorously stir-fry the combination for 3-4 minutes to enhance flavor absorption and develop a crisp texture.
- Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil across the mixture, then fold in frozen peas. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, periodically stirring to ensure uniform heating and flavor distribution.
- Conclude by sprinkling white pepper over the dish and garnishing with freshly sliced green onions, creating a vibrant and aromatic ground chicken fried rice ready for serving.
Notes
- Choose day-old rice for the best texture and to prevent soggy fried rice, as freshly cooked rice contains more moisture and can make the dish mushy.
- Swap ground chicken with tofu or plant-based protein crumbles to create a vegetarian version that maintains a similar protein profile and texture.
- Customize heat levels by adding sriracha, chili flakes, or gochujang sauce during the seasoning stage for those who enjoy spicier Asian-inspired dishes.
- Prep ingredients beforehand and use high heat to achieve that authentic wok-style crispy fried rice with slightly caramelized edges, ensuring quick and even cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg