High Protein Crispy Garlic Chicken Fried Rice
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups cooked rice, preferably cold
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Directions:
Start by heating 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Toss in the diced chicken, letting it sizzle until it's beautifully browned and cooked through, which should take about 5-6 minutes. Once done, remove the chicken and set it aside for a moment.
In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil. Let the minced garlic sauté until its fragrance fills your kitchen, about 1 minute. Push the garlic gently to one side and pour the beaten eggs onto the other side of the pan. Scramble them until they're cooked, then mix them with the garlic.
Next, add the cold cooked rice to the pan. Toss in the peas and carrots, giving everything a good stir so it all mingles together nicely. Let it cook for about 3-4 minutes, so the flavors start to blend.
Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Now, drizzle in the soy sauce and sesame oil, and sprinkle the black pepper over the top. Stir everything to combine it well and ensure it's heated through.
Finally, garnish your delicious creation with chopped green onions. Serve it hot and enjoy every bite of this delightful high-protein meal!