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Protein-Packed Chicken Fried Rice

  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A delicious and healthy meal packed with protein from chicken and eggs, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean chicken breast, diced
  • 2 cups cooked whole grain rice
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (like peas, carrots, and bell peppers)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken breast and cook until browned and cooked through.
  3. Push the chicken to one side of the skillet and pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble the eggs until cooked.
  4. Add the mixed vegetables and cook until they are tender.
  5. Stir in the cooked rice and soy sauce, mixing everything together.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Notes

Use leftover rice for best results; it makes the dish less sticky. Feel free to switch up the vegetables based on what you have at home.