Description
Homemade Healthy Chicken Fried Rice is a quick and nutritious twist on the classic favorite. This dish takes just 25 minutes to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Packed with tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and fluffy rice, this recipe is both satisfying and wholesome. With the added flavor of coconut aminos and fresh green onions, you’ll enjoy a delicious meal that doesn’t compromise on taste or health. Customize it by adding your favorite veggies or proteins for a unique touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 oz chicken breast (cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 3 cups cooked rice (day-old white or brown)
- 3 cups peas and carrots
- 3 eggs
- 6 green onions (sliced)
- 5 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken chunks with baking soda to tenderize. Heat avocado oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Cook chicken until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Scramble the eggs in the same pan until fully cooked, then set aside.
- Stir-fry sliced green onion whites and peas/carrots for about 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Add cooked rice, coconut aminos, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix well. Fold in scrambled eggs and cooked chicken until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 140mg