Chicken Fried Rice Recipe (Chinese Fried Rice)

                                                            

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Restaurant-style fried rice is one of the most popular and delicious rice dishes. While this dish is typically cooked in sesame oil, I prefer to use olive oil instead, as I’m not fond of the taste of sesame oil or the fried rice often served in restaurants. Whenever I crave this flavorful rice, I prepare it at home using leftover or freshly cooled boiled rice.

 

I have always loved fried rice for its comforting and delightful flavour, and this particular version is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Like other easy weeknight dinners and one-pan meals, it can be made in a single pan, making cleanup a breeze. Everyone in the family will enjoy it!

This recipe features some of my favourite ingredients: fried chicken, scrambled eggs, and stir-fried vegetables. You can even make a double batch, as I often crave the leftovers the next day!

For a detailed recipe, watch my video where I explain the steps one by one.

                                           

My Latest Video Chicken Fried Rice:

 

What Kind of Rice Should You Use for Chicken Fried Rice?

Use cooked short-grain white rice for chicken fried rice. This recipe calls for frozen rice for an easy shortcut, but you can also use leftover rice or freshly cooked rice that has been cooled.

 

Which Type of Chicken is Most Flavorful in Fried Rice?

Typically, people coat chicken with just cornflour and salt before frying it. In this restaurant-style fried rice, I use marinated chicken pieces with essential seasonings, then stir-fry them with chopped garlic. This method of preparing fried chicken adds a flavorful taste to the fried rice.

 

When Should You Add the Egg to Fried Rice?

Add the egg after the rice, meat, and vegetables have all cooked. You can either scramble an egg separately and mix it in with the rest of the ingredients or simply incorporate a prepared scrambled egg. 

                         

Can You Freeze Chicken Fried Rice?

Yes, you can! This fried rice freezes and reheats well. Simply freeze the cooled rice in an airtight container for up to one month and allow it to thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

 

Chicken Fried Rice Ingredients:

Chicken Thighs:

I prefer using thighs for this recipe because they are richer and more flavorful than chicken breasts. Unfortunately, I didn’t have chicken thighs available, so I used breasts instead. You can choose either thighs or breasts based on your preference for white meat.

Oyster Sauce:

I opt for oyster sauce instead of soy sauce in this recipe because I find it tastier. If you don’t like its flavour, you can substitute it with dark soy sauce to suit your taste.

                      

Worcestershire Sauce:

This sauce is typically used in meats to make them tender and juicy, but can also be used in fried rice or various pasta dishes. However, you can skip it and use soy sauce or red vinegar as a substitute.

Sesame Oil: 

This adds a warm, toasty flavour to the veggie-packed dish. Since I don’t prefer sesame oil, I omit it and use olive oil instead. However, feel free to use sesame oil if you like it.

Eggs:

These add richness and protein to the dish.

Aromatics:

Fresh garlic and ginger provide major flavour to the chicken fried rice, making it savoury, herby, and slightly spicy.

Rice:

Frozen white rice is the key to quick (30-minute) fried rice; I always keep a bag in the freezer. 

Vegetables:

Frozen mixed veggies are another great shortcut ingredient that cooks quickly.

Enjoy making your homemade chicken fried rice!

                           

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Ingredients of marinated chicken: 250g, boneless chicken strips 1 tsp, ginger powder 1 tsp, garlic powder 1 tsp, white pepper 1 tsp chilli flakes 1/3 tsp lemon salt

For scrambled eggs: 2 nos, eggs 1/4 tsp, orange food colour 1/6 tsp .salt

Other ingredients: 300g, cold-boiled basmati rice 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp, chopped garlic 1 tsp oyster sauce 1 tbsp Worcestershire

For Veggies: 1 cup, capsicum, thin slices 1/3, carrot, thin slices 1 cup, grated cabbage 1/3 cup, spring onion green part

                     

How to make chicken fried rice?

Chicken Fried Rice: Cutting, Marinating, and Cooking Steps

Cutting and Marinating Chicken Strips:

Start by cutting chicken thighs into strips, as they are ideal for creating flavorful fried rice.

Wash the chicken strips thoroughly, ensuring all excess water is removed. Leftover water can disrupt the marination process.

For marinating:

Add dry spices such as ginger powder, garlic powder, white pepper, chilli flakes, and lemon salt to the chicken. 

Mix well and let it sit for about an hour to allow the flavours to absorb.

                                             

Scrambling Eggs:

Crack a few eggs into a bowl, adding a pinch of salt and a dash of orange food colouring (this adds a nice touch of colour to the rice). Beat the mixture until well combined. 

                                     

In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and pour in the egg mixture, cooking it until it forms fluffy scrambled eggs.

                                

Cooking the Marinated Chicken:

In another deep pan or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil (or sesame oil, if you prefer). Add chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant. 

Add the marinated chicken strips to the pan, stirring well. Cook the chicken over a low to medium flame.

                              

Remember to season with salt since it wasn’t added during marination. Cover the pan and let the chicken cook for about 10 minutes, or until it becomes 90% tender.

                           

Mixing in Veggies and Rice:

Once the chicken is nearly cooked, add vegetable slices, such as capsicum and carrots.

Stir until the veggies soften, then incorporate grated cabbage or any other vegetables of your choice. 

                         

Mix the cabbage with the chicken and veggie mixture for about 2-3 minutes. Next, gradually add cooled rice.

                                                  

Mixing continuously to combine the ingredients over high heat.

                                               

Add oyster sauce, Worcestershire sauce, the scrambled eggs, and chopped spring onions. Mix thoroughly, adjusting the salt as necessary.

                                            

Final Stir-Frying:

Keep stirring the rice mixture over high heat for about 3-4 minutes to ensure everything is well combined and heated through. 

                                  

Once done, transfer the chicken fried rice to a serving plate.

Serving Tips:

Serve the hot fried rice alongside dishes like dry beef chilli, chicken shashlik, or chicken Manchurian for a delightful meal! Enjoy!

                                    

Cleaning Hacks For The Kitchen

                                                                                   

Here are some useful tips and tricks to keep your kitchen clean: Cleaning Hacks for the Kitchen.

Cleaning the kitchen is extremely important in preventing the spread of germs, dirt, and a foul-smelling environment. The kitchen is where we prepare our daily meals, and if we don't keep it clean, we may be at risk of harmful bacteria and germs. Most women in households don't prioritize cleanliness. Either they don't fulfill the requirements for cleanliness, or they are too busy to find the time.

This results in dirt and germs around the stove, cabinets, slab, and sink, which can cause diarrhea, an upset stomach, inflammation of the liver and intestine, and other illnesses caused by germs and bacteria. Therefore, it is even more crucial to clean regularly. Cleaning every surface in the kitchen daily can be challenging, especially if you're on a tight schedule. Try these ideas to switch up your old cleaning routine and keep your kitchen clean and healthy.

                                                                     

Professional cleaners recommend blitzing through easy kitchen cleaning tasks to save time on hygiene maintenance. One thing should be kept in mind when we talk about cleaning the kitchen daily: It is a challenging task, and we must take some time from our busy engagements to stay hygienic and healthy

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Before you get cleaning, gather the supplies you’ll use. Choose

What suits you best? Here are a few recommendations:

1. Cleaning gloves
2. Microfiber cloths, sponges, scrubbers, brushes
3. Dish soap
4. All-purpose cleaner
5. Baking soda
6. Vinegar
7. Floor cleaner

                                                   

Here Are A Few Simple tips and tricks that can help you clean your kitchen with ease:

So let's start with stove/oven cleaning, which is the most

An important part of cleaning the kitchen 

Start By The Cleaning Stove/Oven:

To clean your oven or stove properly, make a thick paste by combining water and baking soda. The paste should be spreadable but not too runny. Apply it evenly on the inside of your oven and around the burners of the oven and stove. and let it sit for at least 30 minutes. For a deeper clean, you can add some white vinegar to the mixture.

This allows the paste to sit while cleaning elsewhere, cutting back on scrubbing. returns to the oven to finish up. You do it once a week.

                                                                

Clean While You Wait:

It's always helpful to make the most of your time in the kitchen, especially when you have some free time. For instance, when you're waiting for a pot of water to come to a boil, instead of just standing around, try to get some cleaning done. 

You can start unloading the dishwasher, put away the cooking utensils you're not using anymore, or wipe down the counters. You'll be surprised at how much you can accomplish during those in-between cooking times.

                                                                               

Clean The Sink While You Wait:

One dirty feeling when you look at the sink seems oily and stinky around it. First, boil the hot water and combine it with baking soda. Next, immediately pour it into the sink drain that helps to clean the drain pipe.

Any dishwasher gaskets over the sink and sink tab. Scrub them with the help of a hand brush around the sink and tab, then wash thoroughly with the running tap water. Lastly, wipe themwith ay dry towel to prevent rust. You do it daily.

                                                      

It Is Important To Wipe Down Your Refrigerator In Between Deep Cleaning:

It's common to need to deep clean a refrigerator if we've left something to rot or spilled something over the shelves. However, sometimes we only need to quickly wipe down the shelves to remove sticky marks and deodorize the fridge. To do this, use a damp microfiber cloth to wipe down the shelves and walls of the refrigerator. You only have to take items out if your fridge is full. 

Simply set the items to one side of the fridge to ensure you can cover all surfaces quickly, and then repeat for the other side. Just make sure to dispose of any expired or spoiled food to keep your refrigerator fresh and clean. This helps prevent the need for frequent deep cleaning and makes the process faster in the long run.                  

Clean Small Appliances:

Nowadays, having a clean and shiny microwave, electric kettle, and grinder is just as important as having one in your kitchen for daily use.

Microwave: If you haven't cleaned your microwave for a long time or if you had a food explosion that left grease on the ceiling, using lemon juice could be the best solution to break down the grease. 

Here's how to do it: Cook a small bowl of water and lemon juice (fresh or bottled) in your microwave for two-and-a-half minutes. When you open the door, you'll notice steam inside. This steam will soften the food spatters, making them easy to wipe away. Plus, your microwave will smell fresh and clean.

                                  

Electric Kettle:  Brew a couple of pots with 1:1 vinegar and water. Scrub the basket and the pot.

      

The Toaster Oven:

To clean the toaster oven, sift or vacuum out the burnt bits from the bottom. Wipe the inside with a damp microfiber cloth. Don’t touch the heating elements, which are easily damaged.

                                         

The Grinder and  Juicer:

To clean your juicer, add a little mild dish soap to warm water in a sink. Disassemble the juicer, soak the components for 10 minutes, then wash and dry thoroughly.

The Instant Pot:

Clean your Instant Pot by disassembling and soaking the pieces in soapy water. Then, wipe down the base and inside with a damp microfiber cloth. Finally, wash and dry the pieces and reassemble them.

                    

The Air Fryer:

Disassemble the air fryer and soak the parts. Use a non-abrasive sponge to scrub away stuck-on food. Wipe the base with a damp microfiber cloth, reassemble the parts, and you're done.

                          

Clean The Countertops, Cupboards, And Pantry:

To clean the countertops, remove all items, and use an all-purpose cleaner to wipe them down. Before you put each item back in its countertop spot, wipe it down with a warm, damp microfiber cloth.

                       

To clean the kitchen cabinets, remove the contents, tossing old and expired items as you go. Clean the inside of the cabinet with an all-purpose cleaner, then wipe down and replace the items that go back in.

To Clean The Pantry, remove all items, tossing, composting, or recycling as you go. Wipe down the shelves, sweep and mop the floor, and replace everything after wiping down each item.

                                           

Take Out The Trash:

A clean and empty bag in the trash can is the finishing touch on a kitchen made fresh and clean for the next day. 

To do it Take out that stinky garbage. Turn the whole can upside down over the outdoor bin to empty any wayward trash. If it’s really gross inside, hose it out — or give it a good, hot shower — while you scrub it with a heavy-duty, bristly brush.

If it’s not that bad, use an all-purpose cleaner to wipe down the interior and exterior of the can — get the lid, hinges, and foot pedal — then put in a new eco-friendly liner, and your trash will stink no more.

Remember To Clean The Wall Tiles And

Floor While You Are Cleaning.

This is the final step of cleaning the kitchen. Keeping your kitchen wall clean and spotless is a testament to your hard work and dedication to maintaining hygiene and cleanliness in your kitchen. While it may take some effort and time, it is crucial for preventing diseases and maintaining good health. To achieve this, 

Spread the tile-cleansing gel over the tiles and floor, and allow it to sit for around 10-15 minutes. Then, start brushing to remove grease, stains, and dirt. Finally, wash the wall and floor with a generous amount of water. After sweeping the floor, use a wiper to clean it thoroughly.

                                                     

Now Your Kitchen is ready to use