Ultimate Weeknight Chicken Fried Rice

Name: Ultimate Weeknight Chicken Fried Rice
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked rice, preferably day-old; 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup frozen peas and carrots; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons soy sauce, plus more to taste; 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional); 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 2 green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish

Recipe by Zideons

Published January 05, 2026

This Chicken Fried Rice recipe is a quick, easy, and customizable meal perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with flavor and protein, it's a great way to use leftover rice and vegetables for a satisfying dish the whole family will love.

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Instructions

In a bowl, marinate the chicken with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and sesame oil for at least 15 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the wok and set aside.

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the wok and cook until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add the frozen peas and carrots and cook until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

Push the vegetables to one side of the wok and pour the beaten eggs onto the other side. Scramble the eggs until cooked, then mix them with the vegetables.

Add the cooked rice to the wok and break it up with a spatula. Stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), ground ginger, and white pepper. Mix well to combine.

Return the cooked chicken to the wok and stir to combine everything.

Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until heated through and the flavors have melded.

Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Final Notes

Serve this delicious chicken fried rice as a complete meal or alongside your favorite Asian-inspired dishes. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for added nutrients and flavor. Enjoy!

About the Author

Zideons

Cooking is my passion. I love blogging and sharing my creative recipes with the world. With my busy lifestyle, it can be challenging to create new recipes, write posts, and ensure everything is formatted and presented well. I started MealMagX for this very reason—for those who share my passion for creative cooking but may not have the time to maintain a blog.

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