Chicken fried rice is one of my all-time favorite Chinese dishes, but ordering take-out isn't always the healthiest option. Thankfully, we recreated this dish in a macro-friendly way. Our High Protein Chicken Fried Rice has 44g of protein per serving and provides you with a generous, hearty portion that'll fill you up and keep you satisfied.
Macros & Nutrition Information
Serving Size: ¼ or recipe
| Macros | Nutrition |
|---|---|
| Calories | 506 |
| Protein | 44.2g |
| Carbs | 43.4g |
| Fat | 15.3g |
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Macro Friendly Chicken Fried Rice
Our Macro-Friendly Chicken Fried Rice is a must-try for those who want to make healthier versions of their favorite Chinese dishes at home! Packed with protein, veggies, and flavor, you can't go wrong with this entree.
Equipment
- 1 Large Skillet or wok
- 1 Small pan
- 1 Wooden spoon
- 1 Knife
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Plate
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb. chicken breast, cut into 1 inch pieces
- ½ cup carrots, diced
- ½ cup zucchini, diced
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 large eggs
- 2 brown rice microwave pouches
- 3 tbsp soy sauce, reduced sodium
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients, Dice carrots, zucchini and onion. Cut chicken breast into small 1 inch strips or pieces.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and chicken pieces to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion, carrots, and zucchini. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- While the vegetables cook, scramble eggs and cook in a small pan on medium heat until fluffy. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Add the brown rice to the skillet and stir everything together until well combined.
- Add the cooked chicken and scrambled eggs to the skillet, along with soy sauce. Stir everything together until the chicken, vegetables, and eggs are evenly distributed throughout the rice.
- Cook everything together for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through and the flavors have melded together. Adjust the seasoning as needed, adding additional salt, pepper, or soy sauce to taste.
- Remove from heat. Serve the chicken fried rice hot and enjoy!
- Optional: You can also garnish the chicken fried rice with some sliced green onions or sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can adjust the amounts of the ingredients based on your personal taste preferences or dietary needs.
- Nutrition information may vary depending on brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
Calories: 506kcalCarbohydrates: 43.4gProtein: 44.2gFat: 15.3g
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
Made this for dinner and everyone loved it including the kids!
Thanks for sharing!
We are loving the fried rice recipe! Simple to make, toddler friendly and tastes delicious as a meal prep lunch/dinner.
Hi Mandy! I am so happy to hear that you’re enjoying this one! Thanks for sharing 😊