Description
Savor the delightful blend of flavors in this High Protein Fresh Garlic Chicken Fried Rice. This quick and easy recipe combines tender chicken breast, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic garlic for a nutritious meal that fuels your body and satisfies your taste buds. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this dish is versatile, allowing for customization based on your preferences. Enjoy it as a standalone dish or as an accompaniment to your favorite sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or brown rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add remaining oil and minced garlic; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add diced vegetables and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Stir in the cooked rice and soy sauce; mix well until combined.
- Push the rice mixture to one side; crack eggs into the empty space and scramble briefly before mixing them into the rice.
- Return the chicken to the pan, combine everything well, garnish with green onions, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 180mg