Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (plus more as needed)
• ½ pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• ½ pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, with tails removed
• 1 small white onion, diced
• 1 (12-oz.) pkg. frozen peas and carrots
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups cooked white rice
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

1. Scramble the Eggs:

   • Beat the eggs and pour them into a small skillet over medium-low heat.
   • Scramble until just set, then remove from heat and set aside.

2. Cook Chicken and Shrimp:

   • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add chicken pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes, until opaque on all sides.
   • Add shrimp and cook for another 4-5 minutes, until pink and curled into a C shape.
   • Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Remove chicken and shrimp to a bowl, leaving oil in the skillet.

3. Sauté Vegetables:

   • Add more olive oil to the skillet if needed. Add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
   • Add minced garlic and frozen peas and carrots, cooking for a few more minutes.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • Return the cooked chicken and shrimp to the skillet with any juices.
   • Add cooked rice and scrambled eggs. Pour soy sauce over the mixture.
   • Stir well to combine, ensuring soy sauce coats the rice evenly.

5. Finish Cooking:

   • Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until heated through.
   • Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.

6. Garnish and Serve:

   • Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.

Note: 

• Fried rice turns out best when you use leftover fully cooled rice. I like to make my rice ahead the day before. If you don’t have day-old rice, you can make the rice an hour or two before. Spread the warm rice on a cookie sheet or large plate and place it in the refrigerator until cooled.
• Store leftover fried rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 day.
• To reheat, add a sprinkle of water over the rice before reheating in the microwave. This helps keep the rice from drying out upon reheating.

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Enjoy your flavorful and satisfying fried rice!