Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice with High Protein Boost
This dish features crispy garlic chicken combined with nutritious brown rice and mixed vegetables, providing a protein-packed meal that's both delicious and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup mixed vegetables
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 green onions finely chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste crispy garlic
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken with salt, black pepper, and half of the minced garlic for 15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, add marinated chicken, and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sesame oil and remaining garlic, sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add mixed vegetables and ginger, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Push vegetables aside, pour in whisked eggs, and scramble until fully cooked.
- Combine eggs with vegetables, then add chilled brown rice and break up clumps.
- Incorporate cooked chicken, soy sauce, and oyster sauce, stir and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Garnish with green onions and crispy garlic before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, serve with crispy garlic on the side.