Yo, let’s talk Garlic Chicken Fried Rice! 🧄🍗 This recipe is straight fire for when you want something fast, garlicky, and loaded with flavor.
Perfect for dinner or even a late-night snack. And you can customize it with your fave veggies. Let’s get into it!
📝 Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked rice (leftover rice works best!)
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced (boneless & skinless)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (or more if you’re a garlic lover 💥)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional but adds that umami goodness)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots (you can use any veggies you like)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or sesame oil for extra flavor)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
👩🍳 Directions:
1. Cook the Chicken:
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Toss in your diced chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Season with salt and pepper, then set the chicken aside. 🍗🔥
2. Scramble the Eggs:
In the same pan, push the chicken to the side or remove it. Add a little more oil if needed, then pour in your beaten eggs. Scramble them until cooked through, then mix them back in with the chicken. 🍳
3. Sauté the Garlic:
Now for the star of the show! Add your minced garlic to the pan and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until
4. Add Veggies & Rice:
Throw in your frozen peas and carrots (or any veggies you’re using). Stir-fry them for about 3 minutes until they’re heated through. Then, add your cooked rice to the pan and mix everything together. 🍚🥕🥦
5. Flavor It Up:
Drizzle the soy sauce and oyster sauce over the rice, then stir everything together until the rice is coated and golden brown. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally so nothing sticks. 🌟
6. Garnish & Serve:
Top your fried rice with chopped green onions for that extra pop of flavor. Serve it up hot and enjoy! 😋🍽️
🍽️ Tips & Tricks:
- Cold, leftover rice works best for fried rice because it doesn’t get mushy. Freshly cooked rice? Just chill it in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Want some heat? Add red pepper flakes or a dash of Sriracha! 🌶️
- You can swap chicken for shrimp, beef, or tofu for different flavors.