Flavorful Chicken Fried Rice: A Delicious Homemade Recipe
Easy Chicken Fried Rice Recipe with Chicken Breast, Vegetables (Onion, Carrot, Zucchini, Green Onion) and Oyster Sauce
Hello everyone! Today, I’m excited to share a fantastic ‘Chicken Fried Rice’ recipe that’s both delicious and nutritious. This dish features tender chicken breast and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, all seasoned with savory soy sauce and rich oyster sauce. It’s not spicy, but delightfully savory and mellow, making it a hit with all ages. This fried rice is a simple yet incredibly satisfying meal. Let’s get started and make some amazing chicken fried rice!
Main Ingredients- 4 servings of cooked rice (approx. 800g)
- 2 chicken breasts (approx. 200-250g)
- 1 medium onion
- 3cm piece of carrot
- 7cm piece of zucchini
- 1/2 green onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start by preparing the vegetables that will bring this fried rice to life. You’ll need 1 medium onion, a 3cm piece of carrot, a 7cm piece of zucchini, and half a green onion. These vegetables will add wonderful texture and sweetness to our dish.
Step 2
Wash and peel the prepared onion, carrot, and zucchini. Then, dice them into very small pieces, about the size of a grain of rice. Finely dicing ensures they blend well into the fried rice and have a pleasant texture when cooked.
Step 3
Cut the 2 chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces, similar in size to the diced vegetables. To make it easier, you can thinly slice the chicken breast and then chop it with your knife. Lightly season the chicken with a pinch of black pepper and salt for extra flavor.
Step 4
Now, let’s get cooking! Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan over high heat. Add all the diced vegetables (onion, carrot, zucchini) and stir-fry quickly. Cook until the vegetables become slightly translucent and tender.
Step 5
Once the vegetables are partially cooked, add the diced chicken breast to the pan. Continue to stir-fry, ensuring the chicken is cooked through – it should turn opaque. Season with a little more black pepper and salt at this stage. To prevent the chicken from drying out, it’s best to cook it over high heat.
Step 6
When the chicken is completely cooked, add the 4 servings of cooked rice. Use a spatula to break up any clumps of rice and stir-fry everything together until the rice is well combined and slightly toasted. Getting the rice grains separated and evenly coated is key to great fried rice.
Step 7
Next, we’ll add some lovely scrambled eggs for extra richness. Crack 3 eggs into a separate bowl and whisk them thoroughly with a fork or whisk.
Step 8
Push the rice mixture to one side of the pan, creating an empty space. Pour the whisked egg into the empty space and let it cook briefly. As the egg begins to set, gently scramble it with chopsticks or a spatula until it forms soft curds. Once the eggs are cooked, mix them in with the rice and continue to stir-fry. This will distribute the soft egg throughout the rice.
Step 9
Now for the flavor boost! Drizzle 2 Tbsp of soy sauce and 1.5 Tbsp of oyster sauce directly over the rice. Stir-fry over high heat for about 1-2 minutes, ensuring the sauce coats every grain of rice evenly. Be careful not to let it burn.
Step 10
Once everything is well combined and fragrant, turn off the heat. Drizzle a little sesame oil over the fried rice. Gently toss it a couple more times off the heat to allow the sesame oil to infuse its aroma without overcooking.
Step 11
And there you have it – a delicious and wholesome ‘Chicken Fried Rice’ is ready! Serve it warm in a bowl and enjoy this incredibly satisfying meal. It’s perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner!
