Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Restaurant-Style Chicken Fried Rice, a dish inspired by hibachi cooking that delivers restaurant-quality taste right at home. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender chicken, vibrant mixed vegetables, and perfectly seasoned rice, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Ready in just 45 minutes, you can customize it with your favorite proteins or veggies for a meal that suits any palate. Enjoy this comforting dish that will satisfy your cravings without the need for takeout!
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ pound chicken breasts
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas and carrots)
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon (3 teaspoons) neutral oil (like avocado or canola oil)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup diced white onion
- 1 teaspoon neutral oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil and neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink, then transfer to a bowl.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onion and mixed vegetables until onions are translucent. Push aside, scramble eggs until cooked.
- Stir in cooked rice and butter; add soy sauce and mix well. Return chicken to skillet, season with salt and pepper, stir until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg