Description
Discover the delightful simplicity of Easy Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice, a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This vibrant dish comes together in just 30 minutes, featuring tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a sweet-savory teriyaki glaze that tantalizes your taste buds. Packed with nutritious vegetables and family-friendly flavors, it’s easy to customize to your liking. Whether served as a hearty main course or a side dish to complement your favorite Asian-inspired entrees, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups cooked white rice (chilled)
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup peas and carrots
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup teriyaki baste and glaze
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil and diced chicken. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook for about 7-8 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from pan.
- Melt butter in the same skillet, add peas and carrots, and sauté briefly. Crack in the eggs and scramble until fully cooked.
- Stir in chilled rice along with soy sauce, cooked chicken, and teriyaki baste and glaze. Cook together for about 4-5 minutes while stirring frequently. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as desired.
- Serve warm with optional yum yum sauce or garnished with green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 200mg