Chicken Teriyaki Fried Rice

Chicken Teriyaki Fried Rice

Chicken Teriyaki Fried Rice is a delicious and hearty fusion dish that combines the savory flavors of traditional teriyaki chicken with the comforting texture of fried rice. Tender pieces of chicken are marinated in a sweet and salty teriyaki sauce, stir-fried with a mix of vegetables like carrots, peas, and onions, and tossed with fluffy rice to absorb all the flavors. It’s a perfect balance of protein, veggies, and carbs, and it can be customized to personal tastes by adding extra ingredients like eggs, mushrooms, or bell peppers.

Ingredients:

3 cups cooked and chilled Brown Minute Rice

1 cup diced carrots (small)

1/4 medium yellow onion (chopped small)

2 tablespoons minced garlic

3/4 cup broccoli florets (chopped small)

1/2 red bell pepper (chopped small)

1/2 orange bell pepper (chopped small)

1/4 cup petite sweet peas

3/4 cup corn

1/2 cup pineapple (diced)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup Teriyaki sauce with pineapple juice

1 to 1.5 pounds chicken (cut into small pieces)

Instructions:

Prepare the Chicken:

In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Saute Vegetables:

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.

Add the diced carrots, broccoli florets, red and orange bell peppers, petite sweet peas, and corn. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Add Rice and Chicken:

Stir in the cooked and chilled brown rice, breaking up any clumps. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet.

Add Teriyaki Sauce:

Pour the Teriyaki sauce with pineapple juice over the rice mixture. Stir well to combine and heat everything through, about 3-5 minutes.

Add Pineapple:

Gently fold in the diced pineapple and cook for an additional minute to warm through.

Serve:

Remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy your flavorful Chicken Teriyaki Fried Rice!

Notes:

Rice Texture: Using day-old rice helps to avoid soggy fried rice. Freshly cooked rice can result in a mushy texture.

Teriyaki Sauce: You can either use store-bought teriyaki sauce or make your own by combining soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. Adjust sweetness and saltiness to taste.

Additions/Substitutions: Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or broccoli for extra nutrition. You can also swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for a different protein.

Cooking Tip: Stir-fry on high heat to get a nice caramelization on the chicken and crispy bits of rice.

This dish makes for a quick and satisfying meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep!

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