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Thai-Style Chicken Fried Rice

Savory Thai Chicken Fried Rice in Just 30 Minutes

4servings
30 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Thai-Style Chicken Fried Rice

About this recipe

This Thai-Style Chicken Fried Rice is a delicious and quick meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners. With tender chicken, veggies, and perfectly seasoned rice, this dish captures the essence of Thai cuisine. Master the art of fried rice using day-old rice and high heat to ensure every bite is full of flavor and texture.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cold cooked jasmine rice
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, diced or sliced
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup carrots, diced
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Thai basil, chopped (optional for garnish)
  • Pinch of ground white pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the vegetable oil in a large, non-stick skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering.

  2. 2

    Add the onion and garlic, stirring quickly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Push the onion and garlic to the side of the skillet, pour the beaten eggs on the other side, and scramble until just set.

  4. 4

    Mix the scrambled eggs with the onion and garlic, then add the carrots, chicken, and peas. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the chicken is heated through and the vegetables are tender.

  5. 5

    Break up any clumps in the cold rice with your fingers, then add to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until well combined and slightly browned.

  6. 6

    Pour in the soy sauce, fish sauce, and oyster sauce. Toss to combine and cook for another minute.

  7. 7

    Add a pinch of ground white pepper and most of the green onions, reserving a little for garnish.

  8. 8

    Remove from heat and optionally garnish with Thai basil and the reserved green onions. Serve hot.

Chef's tip

Ensure the rice is cold and dry before cooking to prevent sogginess. Thai basil adds a unique flavor, but can be optional if unavailable.

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