Enjoy a delicious twist on a classic Chinese dish with this American Chicken Fried Rice recipe. Packed with flavor and easy to make, this dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions, chopped for garnish
Directions
- In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat and cook the diced chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add a little more oil to the skillet and sauté the bell pepper, onion, and garlic until softened.
- Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs into the empty space. Scramble the eggs until cooked.
- Add the cooked rice to the skillet along with the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Stir well to combine.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve hot garnished with chopped green onions.
Interesting Facts
Fried rice is a popular dish in American Chinese cuisine, with many variations depending on regional tastes.
The key to good fried rice is using day-old or chilled rice, as fresh rice can become too mushy when fried.