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Crispy Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice with Eggs

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A quick and easy fried rice recipe featuring crispy teriyaki chicken, fluffy eggs, and caramelized rice for a satisfying weeknight meal with bold flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 cups cold, day-old jasmine or long-grain rice
  • 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup diced carrots
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup homemade or store-bought teriyaki sauce
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)
  • Optional: sesame seeds for garnish
  • Optional: chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pour in beaten eggs and scramble gently until just set but still soft. Remove eggs and set aside.
  3. Add remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the pan and heat over medium-high. Add marinated chicken in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to get crispy edges. Flip and cook another 2 minutes until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add garlic and ginger, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add carrots and peas and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Add cold rice to the pan, breaking up clumps. Spread rice evenly and let cook without stirring for 2 minutes to develop crispiness, then stir and repeat once more.
  6. Return cooked chicken and scrambled eggs to the pan. Pour remaining soy sauce and teriyaki sauce over everything. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes. Drizzle sesame oil on top and toss gently.
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture to achieve crispiness. Marinate chicken for at least 10 minutes to enhance flavor and juiciness. Cook eggs separately to keep them tender and fluffy. Avoid overcrowding the pan when searing chicken to maintain crisp edges. Reheat leftovers in a skillet with a splash of water or soy sauce to revive crispiness.

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