Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Recipe is simple, tasty and full of color. It is perfect for lunch, dinner or leftover rice. You can make it quickly using easy ingredients.
This Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Recipe has soft rice, juicy chicken and fresh vegetables. Every bite is flavorful and comforting.
You will learn how to make Chinese Chicken Fried Rice step by step. It is a family favorite and easy to cook at home anytime.
My Experience With This Recipe
I first made Chinese Chicken Fried Rice when I had leftover rice and chicken. I wanted a quick, tasty meal. The chicken stayed juicy and the rice was perfectly fluffy. The vegetables added color and crunch.
The soy sauce and seasonings gave the dish a classic Chinese flavor. My family loved it so much, they asked for seconds. Now I make this recipe often. It is simple, fast and always satisfying.
Recipe Card info
- Recipe Name: Chinese Chicken Fried Rice
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Course: Main Course
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Calories: 420 kcal per serving
Equipment List
- Large wok or skillet
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients You Need for Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Recipe
- 3 cups cooked rice, preferably cold
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the eggs
Heat a little oil in a wok or pan. Add beaten eggs. Stir gently until cooked. Remove and set aside. - Cook the chicken
Add a bit more oil in the pan. Add diced chicken. Stir fry until heated and lightly golden on edges. - Cook the vegetables
Add chopped onion, carrots and peas. Stir fry until vegetables are soft but still slightly crisp for texture. - Add the rice
Add cold cooked rice to the pan. Break any clumps with a spatula. Stir well to mix with vegetables and chicken. - Add garlic and ginger
Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan. Stir for a minute. Do not burn. This gives classic fried rice aroma. - Add soy sauce and seasoning
Pour soy sauce over rice. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir well. Mix evenly so rice is flavored thoroughly. - Add the eggs back
Add cooked eggs to the rice. Stir gently to combine with rice, chicken, and vegetables evenly for consistent flavor. - Finish with green onions
Add chopped green onions at the end. Stir lightly. Turn off heat. Serve hot immediately for best taste and texture.
Recipe Tips
- Use cold rice for best texture
- Break rice clumps before frying
- Cook vegetables on high heat for color and crunch
- Adjust soy sauce to taste
- Stir continuously to avoid sticking
- Leftover chicken works perfectly in this recipe
Nutrition Information
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbohydrates | 48 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
Serving Suggestions
Serve Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Recipe hot for best taste. It pairs well with soy sauce or chili sauce on the side. Add a fried egg on top for extra flavor.
You can also serve it as a side with General Tso’s Chicken or Sweet and Sour Pork. This dish is easy to serve for lunch boxes or family dinners. It tastes fresh, comforting, and satisfying every time.
Best Sides To Serve With
- Spring rolls
- Hot and sour soup
- Garlic noodles
- Stir-fried broccoli
- Egg drop soup
- Fried wontons
Storage and Reheating Tips
Store leftover fried rice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in a pan with a little oil to bring back texture.
You can microwave it, but add a splash of water to prevent dryness. Do not freeze, as rice becomes mushy when thawed. Make fresh vegetables if needed for added crunch.
Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rice preferably cold
- 1 cup cooked chicken diced
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup mixed vegetables carrots, peas, corn
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons green onions chopped
Instructions
Cook the eggs
- Heat a little oil in a wok or pan. Add beaten eggs. Stir gently until cooked. Remove and set aside.
Cook the chicken
- Add a bit more oil in the pan. Add diced chicken. Stir fry until heated and lightly golden on edges.
Cook the vegetables
- Add chopped onion, carrots and peas. Stir fry until vegetables are soft but still slightly crisp for texture.
Add the rice
- Add cold cooked rice to the pan. Break any clumps with a spatula. Stir well to mix with vegetables and chicken.
Add garlic and ginger
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan. Stir for a minute. Do not burn. This gives classic fried rice aroma.
Add soy sauce and seasoning
- Pour soy sauce over rice. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir well. Mix evenly so rice is flavored thoroughly.
Add the eggs back
- Add cooked eggs to the rice. Stir gently to combine with rice, chicken, and vegetables evenly for consistent flavor.
Finish with green onions
- Add chopped green onions at the end. Stir lightly. Turn off heat. Serve hot immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use cold rice for best texture
- Break rice clumps before frying
- Cook vegetables on high heat for color and crunch
- Adjust soy sauce to taste
- Stir continuously to avoid sticking
- Leftover chicken works perfectly in this recipe
FAQs About Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Recipe
1. Can I use fresh rice instead of cold rice?
Yes, you can, but cold rice works best. Fresh rice may stick together and become mushy. Cold rice gives light and fluffy texture.
2. Can I skip chicken in this recipe?
Yes, you can make vegetable fried rice instead. Use extra vegetables or tofu for protein. The dish still tastes delicious.
3. Can I add more flavors?
Yes, you can add oyster sauce, sesame oil or chili sauce. Adjust seasonings to your taste for extra flavor.
4. Can I use leftover chicken?
Yes, leftover cooked chicken works perfectly. It makes the recipe quick and avoids waste. Heat thoroughly while stir frying.
5. Can I freeze Chinese Chicken Fried Rice?
It is not recommended. Rice tends to get mushy when frozen and reheated. Best eaten fresh or stored in fridge only.
Conclusion
Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Recipe is simple, fast and full of flavor. Now you know how to make Chinese Chicken Fried Rice step by step. The ingredients for Chinese Chicken Fried Rice are easy to find.
It is a perfect weeknight meal or family lunch. Serve it fresh and hot and enjoy juicy chicken, soft rice and fresh vegetables. This recipe is a great way to enjoy restaurant-style fried rice at home anytime.
Sara Collins is a food blogger at TastyDive. She shares simple and family-friendly recipes made with everyday ingredients. Her mission is to help home cooks enjoy tasty meals without stress.
