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chicken stir fry rice recipes

25-Minute Chicken Stir Fry Rice Recipe That Beats Takeout


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A quick and easy chicken stir fry rice recipe that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. Packed with flavor and ready in minutes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 lb chicken fillet, diced
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, peas)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and ginger, stir for 30 seconds.
  4. Add mixed vegetables and cook for 3 minutes.
  5. Stir in cooked rice and soy sauce.
  6. Cook for another 2 minutes, mixing well.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice for best texture.
  • Adjust soy sauce to taste.
  • Add chili flakes for extra heat.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: chicken stir fry rice, quick dinner, easy recipe