Description
Chicken Thai Fried Rice is a quick, flavorful dish made with tender chicken, jasmine rice, fresh vegetables, and savory Thai seasonings. It’s an easy one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights or a satisfying lunch.
Ingredients
- 3 cups day-old jasmine rice
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2–3 tbsp vegetable oil
- Fresh cilantro or Thai basil (optional, for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
- Thai chilies or chili sauce (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- If using freshly cooked rice, let it cool and dry for better texture. Leftover rice is ideal.
- Heat 1–2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add more oil if needed. Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant. Add diced carrots and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and crack the eggs into the other side. Scramble gently until just set.
- Add the rice, breaking up any clumps. Pour in soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Stir thoroughly to combine and coat all ingredients.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan and add the green onions. Stir-fry everything together for another 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs, lime wedges, and chili if desired.
Notes
Use day-old jasmine rice for ideal texture and separation.Substitute chicken thighs for a juicier and more flavorful result.Add Thai chilies or chili paste for heat.Customize with your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or peas.Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
