Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Restaurant-Style Chicken Fried Rice, a dish that brings the essence of hibachi cooking right into your kitchen. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings with family and friends. With juicy chicken, vibrant vegetables, and fluffy rice, you can savor every bite without relying on takeout. Impress your loved ones as you whip up this comforting meal in just 45 minutes. Enjoy the satisfaction of creating a restaurant-quality dish at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ pound chicken breasts
- 4 cups cooked rice
- ½ cup diced white onion
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas and carrots)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon (3 teaspoons) neutral oil (like avocado or canola oil)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon neutral oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil and neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink. Transfer to a bowl.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onions and mixed vegetables until onions are translucent.
- Push veggies aside and scramble eggs in the skillet until fully cooked.
- Mix in cooked rice, butter, and soy sauce; stir until heated through.
- Add chicken back to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, then serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Using day-old rice ensures better texture. Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or proteins like shrimp or tofu for variety.