Description
A flavorful and quick Ground Chicken Fried Rice recipe combining tender ground chicken, chilled jasmine rice, mixed vegetables, and savory sauces. Perfect for a simple yet satisfying weeknight dinner, this stir-fried dish comes together in about 30 minutes and offers a delicious balance of protein, veggies, and aromatic seasonings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably chilled)
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the Pan: Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to prepare for cooking the chicken.
- Cook Ground Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the pan and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then remove and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pan, then add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and garlic is fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Cook Vegetables: Stir in the thawed peas and carrots and stir-fry for about 2 minutes until tender but still vibrant.
- Cook Eggs: Push vegetables to one side of the pan and pour beaten eggs onto the other side. Let eggs set slightly, then scramble until fully cooked.
- Combine Chicken and Eggs: Return the cooked ground chicken to the pan and mix it thoroughly with the vegetables and scrambled eggs.
- Add Rice: Add chilled jasmine rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with a spatula, and stir everything together thoroughly.
- Add Sauces: Pour soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil over the rice mixture. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the rice is heated through and coated evenly with the sauces.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the fried rice and season with additional salt or soy sauce if needed for desired flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions over the fried rice, toss gently, and serve hot.
Notes
- Using chilled cooked rice helps prevent clumping and yields better fried rice texture.
- Feel free to substitute ground chicken with ground turkey or pork if preferred.
- Oyster sauce can be omitted for a vegetarian variation; add more soy sauce instead.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of fish sauce or a sprinkle of white pepper.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the pan to ensure ingredients fry evenly.
