This garlic chicken fried rice is packed with savory flavor, tender chicken, and fluffy rice—ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for using leftover rice!
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
- 2 cups cooked rice (cold, day-old works best)
- 1 cup cooked chicken (diced or shredded)
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tbsp oil (vegetable or sesame)
- Salt & black pepper
Optional:
- Green onions (for garnish)
- Chili flakes or sauce
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook eggs
- Heat a little oil in a pan
- Scramble eggs → remove and set aside
2. Sauté garlic
- Add oil to pan
- Sauté garlic until fragrant (don’t burn)
3. Cook veggies & chicken
- Add vegetables → cook 2–3 minutes
- Add chicken → heat through
4. Add rice
- Add cold rice
- Break up clumps and stir well
5. Season
- Add soy sauce + oyster sauce
- Mix thoroughly
6. Finish
- Add scrambled eggs back
- Toss everything together
- Garnish with green onions
💡 Tips for Perfect Fried Rice
- Use cold rice (prevents mushiness)
- Cook on high heat for better flavor
- Don’t overcrowd the pan
- Add soy sauce gradually
🔥 Variations
- Spicy: Add chili garlic sauce
- Healthy: Use brown rice
- Extra Protein: Add more chicken or eggs
- Low-Carb: Use cauliflower rice
🍽️ Serve With
- Spring rolls 🥟
- Stir-fried veggies 🥦
- Chili sauce 🌶️
⚖️ Approx Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~300–400
- Protein: ~18–25g
- Carbs: ~35–45g
- Fat: ~10–15g
🧮 WW (Weight Watchers) Points
- 5–7 points per serving
👉 Lower points:
- Use less oil
- Use cauliflower rice
❓ FAQs
Why is my rice sticky?
Using fresh rice—use cold, dry rice.
Can I use raw chicken?
Yes—cook it first before adding.
Can I meal prep?
Yes—stores well for 2–3 days.