Easy, Healthy Chicken Fried Rice
(from Carolyn’s recipe box)
A slightly healthier homemade substitute for expensive take-out that includes more veggies. We *never have leftovers when I make this!
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: Asian-inspired, family favorites, healthy, quick and easy
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, chopped
- 1 cup peas and carrots, frozen
- 1 cup canned baby corn (or frozen corn)
- 3 eggs
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 tsp chili oil (optional)
Directions
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Heat oil in large frying pan. Cook chicken until heated through and no longer pink.
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Add vegetables and cook for 4-5 minutes.
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Add cooked rice.
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Stir in soy sauce and ginger (and chili oil if you desire a little heat), coating rice, chicken and vegetables thoroughly.
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Clear a small area in the center of your pan. Add the eggs and scramble until done. Stir to mix eggs throughout rice and serve.
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For a vegetarian option, omit chicken and add more veggies as desired.