Honey Garlic Chicken Fried Rice

 

Chicken Fried Rice

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
• 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped for garnish
• Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1. Cook the Chicken:

   • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
   • Add the cubed chicken breast and season with salt and pepper.
   • Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes, or until it is golden and cooked through.
   • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

2. Sauté Vegetables:

   • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
   • Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
   • Add the minced garlic and minced fresh ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

3. Stir-Fry Rice and Veggies:

   • Increase the heat to high.
   • Add the cooked rice, thawed peas, and carrots to the skillet.
   • Stir-fry the mixture for a couple of minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly and the rice to heat through.

4. Scramble Eggs:

   • Push the rice mixture to one side of the skillet.
   • Pour the lightly beaten eggs onto the empty side of the skillet.
   • Scramble the eggs until they are just set, then mix them into the rice and vegetables.

5. Combine Ingredients:

   • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.
   • Drizzle the soy sauce and honey over the mixture.
   • Stir everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure that everything is well combined and heated through.

6. Season and Garnish:

   • Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
   • Garnish with chopped green onions and, if desired, sesame seeds.

7. Serve:

   • Serve the Chicken Fried Rice hot and enjoy!

Tips:

• Rice: Using day-old rice is ideal because it’s drier and less likely to become mushy when stir-fried. If using fresh rice, let it cool and dry out a bit before using.
• Veggies: You can customize the vegetables according to your preference or what you have on hand.

This Chicken Fried Rice makes a great weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch. Enjoy your flavorful and quick meal!