Air Fryer Chicken Fried Rice

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 30-35 minutes

Intensity: Easy

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked and cooled jasmine rice (day-old rice works best)
• 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Ingredients: Make sure all your ingredients are prepped and ready to go.
3. Cook Chicken:  In a skillet over medium heat, add vegetable oil. Sauté the diced chicken until fully cooked and slightly browned. Set aside.
4. Cook Eggs: In the same skillet, push the chicken to one side and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until cooked through.
5. Add Vegetables and Garlic: Add the frozen mixed vegetables and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are heated through and the garlic is fragrant.
6. Combine Rice: Add the cooked and cooled jasmine rice to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the chicken, eggs, and vegetables.
7. Season with Sauces: Pour soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil over the rice mixture. Stir to evenly distribute the sauces.
8. Air Fry: Transfer the fried rice mixture to the air fryer basket. Cook in the preheated air fryer for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the rice is crispy and golden.
9. Add Chicken and Green Onions: Add the cooked chicken and sliced green onions to the air fryer basket. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
10. Adjust Seasoning:  Taste the fried rice and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper if needed.

Serve:
Remove the Air Fryer Chicken Fried Rice from the basket, serve hot, and enjoy your quick and tasty meal!
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Note:

Air Fryer Chicken Fried Rice is a fantastic way to make a quick and flavorful meal with minimal effort. The air fryer ensures that the rice gets wonderfully crispy, while the combination of chicken, eggs, and vegetables provides a satisfying and well-balanced dish. It’s a great option for a delicious weeknight dinner.

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