Description

This High-Protein Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice is a quick and delicious meal that combines tender diced chicken breasts with fragrant garlic, nutrient-rich brown rice, and vibrant peas and carrots. Enhanced with scramble eggs and savory soy sauce, this dish offers a perfect balance of protein and vegetables, ideal for a nutritious weeknight dinner. The chicken is cooked until wonderfully crispy, adding texture and flavor to every bite.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

2 chicken breasts, diced
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetables and Rice

3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
2 cups cooked brown rice
Fresh green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Other Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
2 eggs, beaten
3 tbsp soy sauce

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Instructions

Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the diced chicken breasts and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is browned and crispy on the outside. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside to keep warm.
Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned, releasing its aromatic flavor.
Scramble Eggs: Push the garlic to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs onto the other side. Scramble the eggs gently until fully cooked, breaking them into small pieces as they cook to blend evenly with the other ingredients.
Add Rice and Veggies: Stir in the cooked brown rice along with the frozen peas and carrots. Mix thoroughly to distribute the vegetables and rice evenly throughout the skillet.
Season: Add the soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir well to ensure that all the ingredients are evenly coated with the flavorful seasoning.
Add Chicken: Return the crispy chicken pieces to the skillet. Stir everything together to combine and heat through evenly, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors of the sauce and veggies.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped green onions before serving hot. This adds a fresh, mild onion flavor and a pop of color to the dish.

Notes

You can use white or jasmine rice instead of brown rice if preferred, but brown rice offers more fiber and nutrients.
For extra heat, add a pinch of red chili flakes or a dash of sriracha sauce when seasoning.
If you want more vegetables, consider adding bell peppers, corn, or mushrooms.
Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.