ChineseLunchMeat

Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken Fried Rice is a lunch chinese recipe with 500 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

500 kcal

Total Time

15 min

Servings

1

Protein

25 g

Ingredients

  • cooked and chilled rice2 cup
  • boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced.5 lb
  • eggs, beaten2 piece
  • mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, onions)1 cup
  • soy sauce3 tbsp
  • vegetable oil1 tbsp
  • green onions, chopped2 piece

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    It is best to use cold, leftover cooked rice.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Add diced chicken and cook until browned.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Push the chicken to one side and add beaten eggs to the other side. Scramble the eggs.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Add diced vegetables like carrots, peas, and onions. Stir-fry for a minute.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Add the cold rice and break it up with a spatula.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Add soy sauce and toss everything together until the rice is heated through and evenly colored.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Stir in chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

500

Protein

25g

Carbs

60g

Fat

18g

Fiber

4g

Micronutrients

Iron

2.5 mg

Zinc

2 mg

Sodium

900 mg

Calcium

50 mg

Folate

60 mcg

Magnesium

40 mg

Potassium

500 mg

Vitamin C

10 mg

Vitamin A

200 mcg

Vitamin B12

0.5 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

EggSoy

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Chicken Fried Rice can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chicken Fried Rice

How many calories are in Chicken Fried Rice?

Chicken Fried Rice has about 500 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Chicken Fried Rice suitable for vegetarians?

No. Chicken Fried Rice is not vegetarian as written because it includes boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced.

Is Chicken Fried Rice gluten-free?

Chicken Fried Rice is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes soy sauce. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Chicken Fried Rice?

Yes. This recipe includes Egg and Soy. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Chicken Fried Rice ahead of time?

Chicken Fried Rice can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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