Ground Chicken Fried Rice
This Ground Chicken Fried Rice recipe is a quick, easy, and delicious weeknight meal that comes together in just 20 minutes.It's a healthier, more budget-friendly alternative to takeout, packed with lean protein from ground chicken and plenty of vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground chicken
- 3 cups cooked long-grain rice preferably day-old
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 carrots peeled and diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- 2 green onions thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop your veggies and measure out your seasonings. Having everything ready to go makes the cooking process smooth and efficient.
- Cook the ground chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken and break it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Cook until it's no longer pink and slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté the vegetables: Push the cooked chicken to one side of the pan. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil (if needed) to the empty side. Toss in the diced onions and carrots. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Scramble the eggs: Push the chicken and veggies to one side of the pan, making space. Pour the lightly beaten eggs into the empty side and scramble them, stirring continuously for about 1-2 minutes until fully cooked. Mix the scrambled eggs into the chicken and vegetables.
- Add the rice: Now add the day-old rice to the pan. Break up any clumps and stir-fry it with the chicken, vegetables, and eggs for 3-4 minutes. This helps the rice absorb all the flavors and develop a slight crisp.
- Season and finish: Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Add the frozen peas and stir everything together. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through and well combined.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the white pepper over the fried rice and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.