American Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

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American Chicken Fried Rice Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 18, 2024

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

  1. 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.
  2. Add a little more oil to the skillet and sauté the bell pepper, onion, and garlic until softened.
  3. Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs into the empty space. Scramble the eggs until cooked.
  4. Add the cooked rice to the skillet along with the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Stir well to combine.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  7. 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.