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Curry Fried Rice with Chicken

Savor the Comfort of Curry Fried Rice with Chicken Tonight

Delight in this Curry Fried Rice with Chicken, a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice (cooked, day-old) For healthier option, use cauliflower rice.
  • 0.5 cups Water Adjust for desired moisture.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Can substitute with shrimp, beef, or tofu.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Or use a neutral oil like canola or peanut oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Chicken Bouillon Can omit for lighter seasoning.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Onions Shallots or leeks work as alternatives.
  • 1 cup Carrots Frozen mixed vegetables can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Any bell pepper or fresh veggies can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated) Fresh is best, ground ginger is a substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) No substitutes needed.
  • 1 cup Frozen Green Peas Fresh peas can be used or omitted.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Yellow Curry Powder Do not substitute.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions Other fresh herbs can also be used.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Season chicken with vegetable oil, chicken bouillon, salt, and pepper. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Cook eggs in skillet for 2-3 minutes, then remove and set aside.
  3. Cook seasoned chicken in the skillet for 6-8 minutes until golden brown, then remove.
  4. Sauté onions, carrots, and bell peppers for 4-5 minutes, then add garlic, ginger, and peas for 1 minute.
  5. Add jasmine rice to the skillet, breaking clumps for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Mix in yellow curry powder and gradually add water, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Return chicken and eggs to skillet, mix, adjust seasoning if needed, and garnish with scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old rice to prevent mushiness. Chop ingredients ahead for faster prep. Avoid overcooking vegetables for best texture.

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