Bowl of Chinese Chicken Fried Rice

Easy Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Recipe So Simple To Do

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Easy Chinese Chicken Fried Rice Recipe So Simple To Do

Welcome to our delicious Chinese Chicken Fried Rice recipe, a classic and comforting dish that’s easy to make and full of flavour. If you’re craving the taste of a takeaway but want to avoid the extra calories and cost, this homemade version is the perfect solution. Packed with tender chunks of chicken, fragrant jasmine rice, and a medley of colourful vegetables, it’s the ideal balance of savoury, crispy, and satisfying without the need for takeout.

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Top tip: The fresh ginger really makes all the difference so try and get some, it's cheap, tasty and very good for you.

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 200 g rice
  • 1 red pepper
  • 1/2 yellow pepper
  • 1/2 green pepper
  • 1 red onion
  • 1 white onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 thumb or fresh ginger
  • fresh coriander
  • lemon juice
  • 150g frozen peas
  • Soy sauce
  • Calories: 356 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 52.5g
  • Protein: 23.1g
  • Fat: 2.25g
  • Sugar: 9g

Method

  1. Preparing The Rice for Frying later
  2. The Chicken
  3. The Vegetables
  4. Bring it all together

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Introduction

Welcome to our delicious Chinese Chicken Fried Rice recipe, a classic and comforting dish that’s easy to make and full of flavour. If you’re craving the taste of a takeaway but want to avoid the extra calories and cost, this homemade version is the perfect solution. Packed with tender chunks of chicken, fragrant jasmine rice, and a medley of colourful vegetables, it’s the ideal balance of savoury, crispy, and satisfying without the need for takeout.

What makes this recipe even better is how simple and versatile it is. You can easily adapt it based on what you have in your fridge – toss in extra vegetables, swap the chicken for prawns or tofu, or add a dash of soy sauce for an extra umami kick. The key to great fried rice lies in using cold, day-old rice, which gives it that perfect texture and prevents it from becoming too mushy.

With just a handful of ingredients and minimal preparation, you can recreate a popular Chinese takeaway dish right at home. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and quick, making it an ideal meal for any occasion. Skip the takeaway and enjoy the irresistible flavours of homemade Chinese Chicken Fried Rice!

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